Financial Planning Analysis Manager

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Financial Planning Analysis Manager to join the Lighting Sector Finelite Team in Union City, CA. The Financial Planning Analysis Manager will lead the Financial Planning & Analysis efforts by supporting the Sr. Director of Finance in providing in-depth analysis of financial results to senior management to assist in business decision making. Leads the annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Ensures that budgeted investments are expenditures are well vetted utilizing sound financial analysis. Also, deploys appropriate processes, tools and controls to ensure that said investments align with strategic goals and meet financial performance requirements. Manages FP&A team and resources.

Salary Range: $145,000 - $165,000

What Will You Do?

• Partner with Sr Director of Finance to ensure that organization is properly monitoring and controlling costs.
• Partner with leadership team members and management to actively manage budget attainment.
• Understanding not just the numbers – but the business activity and actively providing input to management as to decision making and strategic direction.
• Support monthly close process. Leads efforts in consolidation of monthly results – including input in consolidation system for parent company consolidated financial statements. Prepare reports and summaries as required for inclusion in other financial reporting.
• Acts as liaison between local business team and Legrand North America / Group FP&A.
• Assists VP of Finance with ad-hoc projects.

Required Skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; MBA or CPA desired.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years professional experience with at least 5 years of accounting management required (i.e., controller, assistant controller, finance/accounting manager). 5+ years financial planning / budgeting experience with a demonstrated track record of results.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Strong financial planning & analysis skills and general accounting / finance background required for this position. Experience in leading teams in an intense, goal-driven environment.
• Demonstrated financial acumen through strong performance feedback.
• Results driven with a track record of success in a wide variety of endeavors.
• Collaborative – recognized for effective relationship building skills.
• High energy: a can-do attitude when challenges occur.
• Naturally takes on challenging assignments.
• Strong organizational values and integrity.
• Speaks with confidence – carries him or herself with executive presence.
• Strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, e-mail and meeting management software. Expert level Microsoft Excel skills are required. Experience with Microsoft Access or other database experience is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution skills required.
• Requires close attention to detail, ability to audit work to identify issues and implement processes to prevent errors. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, organize and accomplish a diversified workload.
• Must have the ability to interact with individuals at all levels within the organization and be able to work independently as well as within a variety of teams. Must be able to handle all types of personalities and relate to people at all levels of the organization.
• Must possess strong analytical skills and the ability to identify trends and establish proactive corrective actions.
• Must have solid business acumen and understanding of a variety of functional areas within the business.
• Limited travel within US, Canada and Mexico occasionally required.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.  We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.  LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity.  For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Lighting Sector

Legrand’s Lighting Sector consists of five lighting brands; Pinnacle, Finelite, Focal Point, and OCL which focus on architectural, decorative, and downlighting and Kenall which focuses on lighting for demanding environments.  We employ a talented group of employees that love lighting to design and manufacture high performance, energy efficient LED lighting solutions for applications in commercial, educational, healthcare, as well as challenging environments such as tunnels and correctional facilities.  With an eye toward sustainable design, our focus is on specification-oriented products and solutions that meet the functional needs of spaces while working in harmony with the designer’s vision for those spaces. We work with architects, engineers, and contractors to supply lighting built specifically for their client’s projects.   

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