H.B. Fuller is a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products to improve products and lives. Our commitment to innovation brings together people, products and processes that answer and solve some of the world's biggest challenges. And, our promise to our people connects them with opportunities to innovate and thrive.

The Finance Director, Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) will report directly to the Director, Corporate Finance and be responsible for H.B. Fuller’s annual financial planning and management reporting processes. This position supports growth in sales and profitability by providing processes and systems to give analytical insight to business leaders, as well as planning and understanding actual business results. The Director, Corporate FP&A collaborates closely with Executive leaders, Finance leaders and business partners for commercial business segments and global administrative functions to support and drive business growth.

DESCRIPTION:

This role will have responsibilities in Leadership, Business Partnering, Continuous Improvement and Team Development.

 40% FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP

• Direct the corporate financial planning and reporting process at H.B. Fuller including monthly forecasting, annual budget, strategy cycles, and reporting.
• Develop, implement, and manage monthly forecast, analytics and decision support frameworks, models and reports to further enhance business insights. Must demonstrate analytical prowess, strategic thinking and a command of the details.
• Lead the annual budget process for the corporation. Monitor ongoing results against budget to ensure growth and alignment with the business strategy.
• Responsible for corporate SG&A costs and global allocation to global business units.
• Educate management on critical metrics through regular reporting and analysis; develop new metrics to capture and measure corporate initiatives as required.

20% BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP

• Work closely with global business units to develop growth strategies and drive execution to achieve objectives and targets. Effectively identify and communicate risks and opportunities to the business.
• Create and communicate a compelling vision for finance within the business. Act as an effective spokesperson for the business to optimize connectivity across functions.

20% CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Hold self and others accountable for forecast accuracy, continuous improvement and delivering results.
• This position will play a key role in collaboration and leadership within the Global Finance function and broader H.B. Fuller community to implement standardized global processes to leverage efficiency and improve effectiveness.

20% TEAM DEVELOPMENT, COLLABORATION AND MANAGEMENT

• Hire, train and develop a high performing Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis team with the goal of becoming a source for high performing Finance talent for the broader H.B. Fuller Finance function. Work proactively to create and sustain engaged teams.
• Regular communication with key stakeholder groups to ensure objectives and processes are aligned and that priorities are redirected as changes occur.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in related area (Accounting, Finance, Business, etc.) required; MBA preferred
• 10+ years of experience in accounting and/or financial analysis; 5-7 years of finance management experience
• Experience in financial reporting, forecasting, and planning, ideally with prior experience working in a Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis team at the individual contributor, manager or senior leader level
• Possess a strategic approach, sound business judgment, and an entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong knowledge of accounting, financial analysis, and commercial finance concepts
• Must possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills to coach, motivate, and develop geographically dispersed teams; preferred formal leadership team experience.
• Must possess excellent analytical skills to ensure accurate preparation and reporting of financial results
• Effective leading in complex and ambiguous situations
• Experience in designing and implementing strong processes and systems in complex organizations
• Travel- 10-20% average, must be able to travel internationally

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA preferred, CPA or CFA designation a plus
• Experience with OneStream consolidation and planning software; Business Intelligence tool
• Multiple language skills preferred, Spanish or Portuguese a plus

Employees are eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, insurance, 401k contribution, paid time off and paid holidays.  All employees also qualify for an annual cash bonus, based on business performance. Annual raises are rewarded based on company and individual performance.

This position is required to stand for long periods of time, walk, climb stairs, use hands to remove or lift boxes, stretch and reach with arms extended and stoop. Employees regularly lift up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds with assistance.

To all recruitment agencies: H.B. Fuller does not accept agency resumes unless directly engaged by Human Resources. Please do not forward any resumes to Human Resources or any employees. H.B. Fuller is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

For more information and to apply, go to:   http://jobs.hbfuller.com/

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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