Director of FP&A

WHO WE ARE:

How will transportation and mobility evolve? What will the vehicle of the future look like - and how will those vehicles be repaired? How can the next chapter of your career contribute to solving these transportation challenges and more?

NexaMotion Group (NMG) is on a mission to simplify complex vehicle repair to keep the world moving.

We are a leading automotive parts distributor represented across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada, and through patent-winning software and technology, we are revolutionizing our industry.

What has remained constant throughout our 50-year history of transformation is our dedication to our customers, our team members, and to the values on which NMG was founded: Commitment, Humility, Optimism, Integrity, and Respect.

A career with NMG offers the opportunity to make an impact within a rapidly growing organization - the chance to learn, lead, collaborate, and connect with other solutions-oriented, forward-thinking professionals. We invest meaningfully in training and development, empowering you to build your future alongside ours and shape a career unique to your talents, interest, and purpose.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Director of FP&A at MNG is responsible for key financial processes including forecasting, budget planning, performance reporting, business strategic analysis, acquisition due diligence and analysis, and other ad hoc analysis. The leader will oversee a team of financial analysts and assist in managing, coaching and growing the team to support the sales and operational functions. The ideal candidate resides in a commutable distance from Walton Hills, OH for a 1X weekly, hybrid schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for forecasting, reporting and analytical processes, as well as long-range financial plans and models. This Director of FP&A reports to the VP of Finance/Corporate Controller and will assist in collaborating with the executive leadership team to identify actionable trends, issues and opportunities.

This position will:

• Optimize the financial planning processes, including the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), quarterly forecasts and ad hoc assessments for M&A activities, for impact and accountability.
• Engage with executive and business unit leadership to collaborate on reporting and analysis needs for product line, customer segmentation and key initiatives
• Key role in strategic projects related to valuation and financial modeling
• Maintain financial reporting systems, ensuring the efficient day to day operation of FP&A activities
• Provide feedback and coaching to team for continued growth and development
• Assists with the integration of new acquisitions
• Design and implement appropriate policies, internal controls and procedures
• Develop team members to become key in supporting the business needs in sales and operations
• Incorporate technology advancements to improve the speed and efficiency of data analysis, and expanding the capabilities of BI working in tandem with and developing our current ERP system (JDE).
• Responsible for monthly inventory reconciliation process.
• Actively participate in cost changes implemented on a monthly basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The successful candidate will:

• Have strong analytical skills with the ability to quickly collect, organize, analyze and explain information with an attention to detail and accuracy
• M&A and related integrations experience is a strong asset
• Be proficient in working with large data sets and/or databases to perform analysis and create visual data
• Build a strong bench by continuing to develop direct and indirect reports to support double digit growth in the business
• Establish KPI's to drive and report on performance
• Work in tandem with business leader and take accountability for analytical, critical thinking surrounding key initiatives that will take NMG into new markets with new products.
• Develop metrics to track company-wide trends, identify opportunities, provide recommendations and collaborate across all levels
• Demonstrate an ability to leverage technology to further automate processes to support growth initiatives and reduce non-value add work
• Supervise assigned team members, including providing department and/or project orientation, and day-to-day guidance.
• Make recommendations regarding employment, performance appraisals, salary changes, promotions, and transfers for team members reporting to you.
• Encourage and facilitate opportunities for on-going professional development for all team members.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis and management
• Experience with financial reporting tools such as SQL, PowerBI, or other data tools

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Experience in financial planning and reporting for a complex, umbrella organization
• Strong ability to communicate and influence both upwards and downwards
• Track record of success running multiple critical projects; exceeding expectations in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in private equity environment
• Prior experience with OneStream or other consolidation tool; BI tools
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize within a changing business environment
• Very strong Excel skills with a passion for technology
• An understanding of modern FP&A concepts and methodologies
• Understanding of Distribution businesses, with an expanding hub and spoke distribution center / branch network along with increasing last-mile delivery requirements.

WORK ENVIROMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NMG offers a hybrid work environment, with this position being required to be in the NE Ohio area to allow for in-person meetings with key leadership at the Company's headquarters in Walton Hills, Ohio.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Approximately 10% of time.