As a finance business partner, north america, you will play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making across the region.. Your work will help shape and influence key business strategies while driving operational efficiency. With a focus on data-driven decision-making, financial analysis, and strategic partnerships, this role offers a pathway to senior executive opportunities within the organization.
*key responsibilities*
*1. Financial planning & analysis*
- provide strategic financial analysis to support decision-making, identifying risks, opportunities, and trends that impact business performance.
- prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis and recommendations for corrective actions.
- collaborate with business leaders to develop long-term financial strategies that align with the company's growth objectives.
*2. Business partnering & stakeholder engagement*
- serve as a trusted financial advisor to senior management and department heads, offering insights to support key strategic initiatives.
- build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment of financial goals with operational objectives.
- facilitate business reviews with senior stakeholders, providing actionable insights and clear communication of financial performance and forecasts.
*3. Financial reporting & compliance*
- oversee financial reporting, ensuring timely and accurate submission of reports in accordance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- ensure compliance with gaap, ifrs, and other relevant accounting standards, as well as adherence to company policies and procedures.
- identify areas of risk in financial processes and recommend improvements to internal controls to safeguard company assets.
*4. Data analysis & decision support*
- use data analytics to provide actionable insights, driving improvements in business performance and operational efficiency.
- leverage financial tools and systems to provide automated, accurate, and timely reporting to business stakeholders.
- identify areas for process improvement and efficiency, driving initiatives that enhance productivity and profitability.
*5. Cost control & operational efficiency*
- monitor and control operational expenditures, ensuring cost management aligns with budgetary constraints and business priorities.
- partner with operational teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process optimization, and efficiency gains.
- drive initiatives to improve profitability through margin analysis, pricing strategies, and operational cost reviews.
*qualifications*
*education*
- bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
*experience*
- 3+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering roles.
- experience working within a multinational or complex, matrixed organization is highly desirable.
- strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, with experience supporting senior leadership teams.
- proven ability to influence decision-making at senior levels, driving financial performance and strategic initiatives.
*skills*
- advanced proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and use of analytical tools (e.g., excel, power bi, tableau).
- experience with erp systems (e.g., sap, oracle, netsuite) and financial planning tools (e.g., adaptive insights, anaplan).
*key competencies*
- *strategic thinking*: ability to align financial strategies with broader business objectives and influence organizational outcomes.
- *analytical mindset*: strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on leveraging data to drive decision-making.
- *collaboration*: demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, engaging with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
- *leadership potential*: potential for growth into senior leadership roles, demonstrated by strong initiative, foresight, and business acumen.
- *results-oriented*: commitment to achieving results, with a focus on accountability and driving continuous improvement.