Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Position Purpose:

This position is intended to ensure a reliable, accurate and time efficient financial planning, analysis, internal controls management and reporting system. Position will support multiple stages of SAP implementation from local legacy system (Oracle), including Testing, Training, Migration, Cutover and ramp-up.

In this role, you will support the maintenance and monitoring of factory conversion costs, working closely with P&C / Heads of Department to review and understand cost drivers. Position is requested to take ownership during GSC Finance planning cycles on Balance Sheet movements, as well as support the preparation of entity forecasts and cash flow projections (ASP, OL/LE, etc).

Key responsibilities:

1. Be responsible for the overall consolidation and submission of planning cycles (ASP, LE, OL, etc.), ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely corporate submissions. Collaborate with all functions during planning cycles submission and keeping track of deliverables during ASP period.
2. Coordinate monthly and year-end closing activities, undertake proactive pre- and post-closing reviews to ensure Factory financial performances are in line with committed business plans. Take ownership of JSOX reviews, stock counts and drive cross functional projects.
3. Support the transition from local Systems to JTIs global Systems (SAP, BW, other), including testing, migration, cutover and end user training. Enable integration into services provided by GBS- Global Business Services, set up procedures and support other functions in transitioning.
4. Prepare internal approval procedures in line with operating guideline and establish intercompany service agreements with partnering entities. Enable cost saving initiatives and studies.
5. Drive automation across the current processes and systems, take ownership in IWS role and reporting.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education: High School diploma or Equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree in Finance or Economics strongly preferred.

Work Experience: Solid and relevant professional financial management experience with a proven track record of commercial engagement and results. Minimum 2-3 years working experience in Global Supply Chain Finance organization. SAP implementation experience is a plus. Cross-functional network within GSC/Finance organization will be considered a plus.

Language: Fluency in English (oral and written).

Skills: Strong communication and organizational skills. Must be flexible and able to work with cross functional teams. Advanced MS Office skills required. Strong SAP/BW knowledge, GSC Finance system landscape awareness preferably. Knowledge of Power BI or skills for automation is a plus.

This position may allow for a hybrid schedule, with at least 50% onsite at the Mebane, NC facility.

Key Behaviors & Attributes

• Keep it Simple - I look for simple solutions and efficient ways of working. If something seems too complicated, I act to simplify it.
• Make it Happen - I drive change by making effective decisions quickly and always think about the end goal. I get things done, move from idea to action quickly and take calculated risks if I need to.
• Be Accountable - I understand my responsibilities and I am open about my successes and failures. I am honest about my performance and share honest feedback with others.
• One Team - I encourage a one team mindset that creates value and collaborate to deliver results. I value a diversity of talent in our team, so I listen before I speak.