The Director of Finance Treatt North America will partner the NA General Manager in executing the regional strategy, providing data to the local leadership team to support decision-making and be accountable for the delivery of the annual profit target. This role will work closely with the Finance Director for Europe as well as the Group Financial Controller to ensure overall Group performance is achieved. This role will be responsible for the NA budget and quarterly forecasts, supporting the commercial team to deliver sales targets and with a strong focus on cost control and inventory risk mitigation.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
- Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
- Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
- Mentor and support the NA management accountant, ensuring the accurate and reliable reporting of cost base and maintaining cost disciplines that keep costs in line with expectations
- Provide financial partnering to the Supply chain, Quality and Operations team
- Monitor and mitigate inventory risk, working closely with the Operational teams
- Provide day-to-day process support ensuring the data and accounting for business transactions are accurately recorded and reported
- Track the utilization of manufacturing assets and recovery of direct overheads, ensuring the appropriate setting of recovery rates against operational activities
- Promote cross-functional collaboration to align financial strategies with business goals.
- Present financial reports to stakeholders, including the board of directors.
- Prepare and present financial statements, reports, and analyses to business.
- Develop key financial metrics and dashboards to monitor business performance.
- Manage local interactions with financial auditors, in particular coordinating the year end stock check.
EDUCATIOIN & TRAINING:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field.
- Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) or other equivalent preferred.
- 5+ years in a similar role in a flavor and fragrance company or closely related industry.
- 10+ years in a Finance, Cost Accounting role.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- Must have strong understanding of accounting principles, proficient in financial reporting, budgeting cost analysis, inventory management, ERP systems and ability to interpret and influence based on production data.
- Must be able to work in cross functional teams and manage expectations.
- Ability to demonstrate strong financial stewardship by guiding teams toward responsible budgeting, cost control, and long-term financial health.
- Effectively influences and instils sound financial practices across the organization, promoting fiscal responsibility and efficiency.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Technical:
- Cost Analysis- Analyze cost drivers in operations to identify areas of cost control and reduction.
- Inventory Management-Track and mange raw materials, finished good, and obsolescence inventory levels
- Financial Strategy & Planning - Ability to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals.
- Budgeting & Forecasting - Expertise in managing budgets, financial projections, and cost control.
- Cost Accounting & Margin Analysis - Understanding of production costs, pricing strategies, and profitability analysis in a food manufacturing setting.
- Risk Management & Internal Controls - Ability to identify financial risks, implement controls, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Tax Planning & Regulatory Compliance - Understanding of tax laws, credits, and incentives applicable to food production businesses.
- ERP Systems- Proficient in using Enterprise Resource Planning software to manage financial data and operations.
Leadership:
- Strategic Thinking - Ability to align financial goals with overall business strategy for long-term growth.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills - Strong ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and drive data-based decisions.
- Decision-Making Under Pressure - Experience in making sound financial decisions in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
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