EMEA Operations Finance Manager

1 week ago

Warrington, Warrington, United Kingdom New Balance Full time

About the Role:

New Balance is seeking a highly skilled EMEA Operations Finance Manager to join our team. As a key member of our finance department, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing the financial aspects of our operations and logistics function in EMEA.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular financial analysis to assess and provide insights into the performance of operations and logistics functions and identify areas for improvement.
  • Prepare financial reports, including variance analysis and KPIs, to monitor and evaluate the company's financial performance, highlighting key trends and insights.
  • Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making processes.
  • Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to develop annual budgets and short-term and long-range forecasts.
  • Monitor actual performance against budgeted targets and provide variance analysis.
  • Identify risks and opportunities and recommend adjustments to achieve financial goals.
  • Partner with operations managers to analyze and optimize operational costs.
  • Identify areas for cost reduction or process improvement initiatives, implement cost-control measures, and monitor operational expenses to achieve financial objectives.
  • Track cost-saving initiatives and assess their impact on financial performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and optimize resource allocation.
  • Develop the regional inventory management strategy to control costs within budgetary limits, generate savings, rationalize inventory, and maximize available working capital.
  • Minimize overstocks and remove obsolete or redundant inventories to maximize availability of working capital.
  • Manage KPIs and control measures to ensure red-flags or unusual trends are highlighted, addressed, and resolved.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; Master's degree or professional certification (CPA, CFA) preferred.
  • Proven experience (10+ years) in finance or accounting roles, with a focus on financial analysis and business partnering, preferably in a managerial role.
  • Strong understanding of financial principles, regulations, and best practices as well as operational and logistical processes.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis tools (Excel, ERP systems).
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

What We Offer:

  • Discretionary Bonus Opportunity.
  • Private Medical Insurance.
  • Dental Scheme.
  • Pension Scheme.
  • Flexible Working Hours (07:00 – 10:00 start, 15:00 -18:00 finish).
  • Hybrid working (3 days on-site).
  • 25 days Annual Leave per year.
  • Life Insurance.
  • On Site Gym.
  • Employee Discount.
  • Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year.
  • Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support).

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