Sr. Manager, Finance, Ann Sacks

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite - North Portland, Oregon

Opportunity

Ann Sacks’ Sr. Finance Manager brings clarity and strategic insight to every financial decision. As the head of the finance department, this role advises the VP & General Manager and key leaders, ensuring alignment with Kohler Co.’s policies and structure, while upholding the highest standards of integrity and transparency.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Advisethe management of the business and Kohler Co. from a financial perspective.Interpret and communicate in a straightforward manner. Analyze and quantifybusiness activities and decisions in financial terms using Kohler Co.methodologies. Train and leverage support staff in these roles.
Responsible for keeping the financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP,tax, legal and Kohler Co. requirements. These requirements are to beconsistently applied from period to period. Maintain the business’s Chart ofAccounts in a manner compatible with Kohler Co. requirements. Maintain a timelydocumented balance sheet reconciliation process.
Responsible for coordinating the annual budgeting, financial planning andcapital planning processes for the business and owner of the end product.Responsible for the monthly/Quarterly financial projection submission. Keyplayer in the strategic planning and other business planning processes.
Responsible for the financial information reporting for the business. Thisreporting is to be in accordance with Kohler reporting formats and designattributes. The financial information is to be made available to the businessand Kohler Co. management on a timely basis. Responsible for maintainingconsistent presentation of information and comparative data. Responsible forbridging comparative results when changes occur in the reporting.
Responsible for the development of the supporting staff. This role includesproviding knowledge transfer, coaching, constructive feedback and candidappraisal. Likewise, dealing with incompatible associates on a timely basis isalso expected.
Responsible for maintaining and enhancing the system of internal controls forthe business. Use feedback from internal and external auditors to identifyinternal control weaknesses. Direct the performing of an annual physicalinventory audit. Maintain a perpetual inventory process for fixed assets.
Overall responsibility for the product and service costing methodologies forthe business including standard cost processes where appropriate. The primaryfocus of these methodologies is the enhance understanding of margin and overallprofitability of business segments.
Responsible for continuously improving the business’ financial processes from aquality and productivity perspective. Use benchmarking and best practiceinformation to gain perspective. Use of disciplined continuous improvementtechniques is encouraged. Proactively leverage new tools & systems to driveefficiencies across the entire business.
Responsible for the maintenance, integration and enhancement of the businessinformation systems (IT Dept.).
Maintain the highest level of honesty and integrity. Expect and promote thatsame level of honesty and integrity in the supporting staff.
Actively participate in K&B Luxury Brands & Wellness finance team meetings,and Corporate lead Enterprise Initiatives.

Skills/Requirements

College degree in the fieldof Accounting or Finance required. MBA or CPA is preferred.
A minimum of 7-10 yearsexperience in related positions is preferred. Experience in matrixedorganizations a plus.
Ability to promote a positive and inclusive workingenvironment and provide leadership in line with Ann Sacks ethics and values.

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