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HILTI, INC Finance Manager in Columbus, Ohio
What's the role? The role of Market Organization (MO) Finance Manager is responsible for working directly with the MO Director of Finance in managing financial, reporting and steering for the MO. This position works in close cooperation with the General Manager (GM), the MO Executive Management Team (EMT) and the regional headquarter finance team in the Plano, TX; requiring strong communication skills and the ability to translate conceptual thinking into persuasive, action-oriented recommendations, convincing based on competence, and interpersonal skills. Who is Hilti? Hilti is where innovation is improving productivity, safety and sustainability in the global construction industry, and beyond. Where strong customer relationships are creating solutions that build a better future. Where there is pride and a sense of belonging across our 120 locations, carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers. What does the role involve? Translate strategic annual planning process for the MO into a financial plan Monitor actual performance against forecast Analyze root causes for deviations; develop recommendations for adjustments, where necessary Performs scenario planning to identify levers to improve performance, risk assessment, and identification/tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) Manage inputs and outputs for timely financial planning in accordance with the global and regional rolling forecast process and monthly outlooks Perform productive growth modeling during the annual game planning process Perform target setting for direct and indirect sales force, seasonality planning and forecasting Provide OPEX steering, planning for sales events, pricing analysis, approval of transactions and price agreements, balance sheet reviews as well as ad-hoc financial analysis as needed Perform ongoing training and coaching of MO Finance Analyst team Conducts one-on-one review meetings with team members to provide feedback and guidance Conducts SMD and PMP discussions Manages projects related to pricing, OPEX efficiency, process optimization and market research and can occur at a local (MO) level, hub level or global level Additional duties, as assigned Being at Hilti means joining a community of over 33,000 people, 127 different nationalities working together across 120 countries. What do we offer? In addition to a competitive base salary and bonus potential, we offer a robust benefits package including a generous paid time off policy that includes vacation, personal days, health & wellness, and 2 days per year to give back in your local community, paid family leave, educational reimbursement and student loan assistance, 401(k) matching, medical/dental/vision coverage, and a variety of other benefits to fit the needs of our employees. We will give you the tools you need to succeed through hands-on integration training and will support your continued professional development through ongoing training and mentoring, targeted leadership programs, and opportunities for international assignments in any of the 120+ countries in which we operate. What you need is: Bachelor's degree with minimum five (5) years' experience, OR Master's degree with minimum three (3) years' experience, required MBA with focus on finance strongly preferred CPA or equivalent, preferred Excellent communications (written, verbal, interpersonal) skills, required Excellent story lining skills and strategic thinking capability, required Excellent computer software skills (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint system), required Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills, required Advanced level knowledge in SAP/BI or comparable applications, required Excellent understanding of accounting and auditing principles, budgets, f