Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. Our innovative products and world class sales organization ensure solid, consistent growth, both for our company and our staff. We are always looking ahead to develop innovative new products and services to improve our customers' safety, security, and productivity. To continue our growth, we have an excellent opportunity for a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis at our Corporate office in Milwaukee, WI.

This position is responsible for supporting the global operating unit leadership team. The individual in this role will help to identify financial drivers of the business to be incorporated into the FP&A processes. The manager of FP&A will report directly to the Director Financial Planning & Analysis. The role is highly collaborative with other finance and functional team members, including executive leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Drive the coordination of global enterprise-wide financial planning and forecasting processes, including standardization into the operating units.
• Lead the progression of forecasting to a driver-based approach, incorporating both internal and external drivers of business performance.
• Own the investment analysis and progress against investment commitments.
• Drive improvement in rigor of margin analysis to understand effectiveness of pricing, selling programs and SG&A investments.
• Create ad hoc analytics for the Director FP&A and operating unit executive leaders.
• Compile benchmarking to understand performance relative to the outside world and competition.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting.
• 6-8 years of experience in progressive finance roles.
• 2-4 years previous experience in an FP&A role.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or distribution environment is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong financial modeling and presentation skills using relevant and modern software.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial executive leaders, leverage strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skill, research capabilities and overall business acumen required.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role will not have supervisory responsibilities.

In return for your skills and hard work, Rite-Hite offers competitive pay with annual merit reviews, a comprehensive benefits program (medical, dental, vision, disability and life coverage), and a retirement program with a 401(K) that includes a company match and profit sharing. We also provide excellent training and ample opportunity for advancement.

Rite-Hite is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer offering a drug free workplace for our customers and employees.