Manager Finance - Information Technology

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Element Solutions Inc. (NYSE: ESI) is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi-step technological processes, our innovative solutions enable our customers' manufacturing processes in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, consumer packaging, and offshore energy.

Customers of Element’s businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on Element to help them navigate in fast-paced, high-growth markets. The breadth of Element’s offerings provides strong strategic value to the end markets they serve. With over 6,500 people in operating facilities across more than 50 countries, Element has established a growing legacy of creating technological advances for customers around the globe. Our people and technical sales teams are located close to our key markets, allowing us to maintain strong customer relationships and accelerate our product innovation process.

The company has two segments: Electronics and Industrial & Specialty with annual sales of US $2.4 billion in FY2021.  Shown below are overview pages of financial information, product applications, and regional breakdowns, summarized from various presentations within our Investor Relations site at Investor Relations :: Element Solutions Inc (ESI)

This position offers a challenging career opportunity in our company for the right candidate.

Who are we looking for?

The role is responsible all Finance aspects of IT, HR and Legal spend within Element Solutions Inc. globally.  In short you will be immediately challenged with creating, implementing and managing a global financial model for ESI IT, HR and Legal that includes the consolidation of budgets residing in multiple ERP systems and cost centers.  The role will also be responsible for working with corporate and regional FPA to research and comment on IT, HR and Legal variances to Forecasts/Budgets & Prior Year.  Initiate, validate and approve Corporate accounting closes for IT, HR and Legal cost centers in accordance with GAAP.  In addition, you will evaluate strategic initiatives and recommend finance course of action for capital, contract and project costs.  The IT and Corporate Finance manager will lead the annual budgeting process and then track actual spend to those budgets through monthly forecasts. 

What will you be doing?

• Provide analytical support to the IT organization by planning, preparing and delivering the annual budget, long-range strategic plan, monthly forecasts and decision support; month-end financial close, asset management, and accruals.
• Manage zero-based annual budgeting cycle for IT, HR and Legal globally
• Tracking of IT. HR and Legal spend and variance against the approved budget through monthly forecasts.
• Ensure financial compliance and governance by monitoring and implementing internal controls related to Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Derive and quantify key metrics for IT, HR and Legal across service areas within GA to be used in business cases, estimates, forecasts and planning
• Utilize strong financial modeling capabilities to support key IT, HR and Legal programs / initiatives
• Continually reevaluate the overall IT, HR and Legal cost of revenue operating cost model and financial flows to make assessments and recommendations for improvement.
• Participate in projects to improve the operational and financial effectiveness of the supported businesses
• Utilize various financial systems (Essbase, Hyperion, SAP, Chrome River etc.) to extract financial data for analysis
• Responsible for working closely with ESI Finance and Planning team on financial reporting and tracking
• Support ad hoc management reporting and analysis, as needed
• Curiosity to explore database tools like Microsoft BI and AI.  Collaborate and maintain working relationships with appropriate technology vendor contacts and peer company contacts

Who are You?

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in a financial area, MBA or CPA preferred
• Must have 7+ years of financial management experience in an IT service based company with an international presence
• In-depth understanding of primary financial statements (P/L, balance sheet and cash flow) and related accounting concepts and key accounting and tax principles
• Broad experience in financial analysis, including the development of business cases (NPV, IRR, pay-back, ROI etc) and extensive experience creating these analyses in Excel or other modeling software.
• Language:  fluent English
• Demonstrated financial management in a global organization, experienced in multi-currency corporations
• Clear understanding and management capability in the area of tax
• Strong understanding of IT metrics/drivers and relationship to financial performance
• Experience with annual budgeting and chargeback/cost allocation process
• Experience in managing costs across multiple countries, cultures, and businesses.  Superior analytical and strategic-thinking skills, combined with impeccable business judgment and ability to communicate with senior management
• Expert-level proficiency in Excel (V-look ups, Pivot Tables) SAP and Hyperion Financial Management tools.  Be able to juggle multiple projects at once; are resourceful, hands-on, and have a "can do" mindset

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above.  If you believe you have the skills and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

What competencies will you need?

• Must be able to build presentations and explain budgets, actuals, and forecasts to an executive audience in a clear and concise way.
• Organizational Skills:  Able to manage a diverse range of tasks related to the role
• Business process analysis, design, and improvement skills. Excellent organizational, analytical, and verbal/written communication skills including the ability to present and influence the outcome of decisions
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem solving skills and passion for data integrity and process definition
• Team-oriented
• Manage change effectively (Change Management)
• Strong drive with the ability to make things happen.  Comfortable in a dynamic, changing environment.

We are Offering...

As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, you will also participate in a generous performance related bonus plan.  In addition, you will also receive a 401k plan with company matching, Life Insurance, and Medical Insurance as well as 9 holidays.

Teamwork - At Element Solutions Inc, you will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission.  We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.

Innovative - At ESI, we are committed to solving the complex and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high-quality standards. We are focused on bringing cutting edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market. Our people are the critical resource required to make that happen. We support your success by creating a strong, inclusive culture, competitive total rewards, and an appropriate work-life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.