Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Expert

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome.

Job Requisition #:
030674 Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Expert (Open)

Job Description:

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations.

OUR VISION:

Being the best customer service company in the world.

OUR PURPOSE:

Create packaging solutions for life's essentials.

ROLE OVERVIEW: The FP&A Expert will provide high-level expertise in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision support. This role demands strong experience in FP&A, exceptional analytical capabilities, and the ability to drive business performance through advanced financial modeling and data-driven insights. The FP&A Expert will act as a key advisor to senior management, provide insight into complex projects, and mentor the FP&A team to ensure best-in-class financial practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Financial Analysis:

• Develop and refine advanced financial models to support strategic initiatives, including revenue forecasting, expense management, and capital investment analysis.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial performance, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Generate actionable insights from financial data to inform strategic decision-making and business planning.

2. Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of sophisticated budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Develop comprehensive long-term financial plans and rolling forecasts, incorporating macroeconomic and industry-specific trends.
• Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate potential outcomes and impacts on the business.

3. Business Partnering:

• Serve as a financial advisor to senior management, providing expert guidance on financial strategies and business decisions.
• Collaborate with business units to understand financial needs and provide tailored analytical support.
• Present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.

4. Process Improvement and Innovation:

• Identify and implement best practices to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of FP&A processes.
• Lead the adoption of new technologies and software tools to improve data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and documentation for FP&A activities.

5. Mentorship and Leadership:

• Mentor and develop the FP&A team, providing guidance on complex financial analysis and modeling techniques.
• Lead training sessions and workshops to elevate the financial acumen of the finance team and other departments.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the FP&A function.

6. Special Projects:

• Lead strategic financial projects, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), financial due diligence, and integration planning.
• Support cross-functional initiatives by providing financial expertise and insights.
• Conduct risk assessments and stress testing to evaluate potential impacts on the business.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or related fields, with demonstrated expertise in advanced financial modeling and analysis.
• Proven track record of influencing business decisions through data-driven insights and strategic financial analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and financial reporting tools (e.g. Oracle, Power BI).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience in mentoring and developing financial professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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