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POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Controller, the FP&A Manager will manage our Sr. Financial Analyst and will be responsible for capturing and reporting monthly forecasts and annual budget for the Electronic Learning Product Division. The FP&A Manager is also responsible for managing special projects and analysis as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for the monthly forecast information as well as the monthly conference call presentation for/with Hong Kong;identify and communicate the highlights and key changes.
• Management and mentorship of our Sr. Financial Analyst.
• Accountable for the Annual Budget information; identify and communicate the highlights and key changes.
• Review inventory projections and collaborate on excess inventory.

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POSITION SKILLS

• Capability to successfully manage and lead direct reports, with a minimum of 3 years direct management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel.
• Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle preferred) with reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written skills with proven ability to solve problems and find solutions.
• Proven track record in managing projects and in process improvement.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently in order to meet changing deadlines and priorities.
• Self-starter with a \"can do\" attitude with the ability to have a big picture outlook.
• Collaborative, versatile, candid communicator, good listener with sensitivity to multiple styles and perspectives, who is able to build and foster relationships with cross functional audience.
• Self motivated individual who holds themself accountable for results and desires to thrive in a fast paced, performance driven environment.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Microsoft Office 365 preferred.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• 7 years of progressively responsible experience in the area of Budgeting/Forecasting and Accounting in distribution/manufacturing, consumer product goods industry.
• 3+ years of direct management experience.
• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting or Finance or a related field; or any combination of experience and education that provides the necessary skills, knowledge and ability to perform essential functions of this role.
• CPA certification is a plus
• Masters degree is desirable

MANAGEMENT RESPONSI BILITY

This position manages/supervises the following positions:

• Sr. Financial Analyst

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Core hours will be set between employee and manager and will be based on business needs. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected 10% of the time.

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