Manager Finance

Generac Power Systems • Waukesha, WI • 3w ago

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance and Sales Operations, Clean Energy, the Finance Manager , plays a key role in providing financial planning and analysis support for Generac's growth strategy focusing on the Clean Energy business group.

Responsibilities include the preparation of numerous forecast updates, annual budget process, three-year long-range plan (LRP), and related Executive presentations. The role also involves the ongoing preparation of a variety of financial analyses needed for business group management decision making (such as gross margin reviews, variance to budget/forecast reviews, and channel/product profitability reviews).

The Finance Manager will work closely with members of the business group and corporate finance and accounting departments, as well as cross-functional team members and leaders within the business groups. Other varied work could include participation in special projects as deemed necessary.

This role is located onsite in Waukesha WI at company headquarters.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or related field

5 years of related experience

Previous management or supervisory experience (small teams 2-3) is required

Previous experience with ERP systems

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Financial Reporting & Analysis for the Clean Energy Business Group:

Owns compilation, review, and communication of the business unit financial statements to the Clean Energy leadership team

Investigates monthly variances to Budget, PY or Forecast and proactively communicates variances to the Clean Energy and Generac leadership teams Partners with controllership as needed to refine the market and product P&Ls to more accurately reflect true costs of doing business.

Improve analysis on standard cost tracking by product SKU & market.

Ownership Over Accounting & Sales Program Administration:

Oversee the team's financial analyst in accounting for our Sales Program ("AFE") & Rebate accruals

Partner with HR to provide timely results under our Sales Incentive Program ("SIP").

Perform lookback analyses on our promotions to verify the intended result, understand root cause on variances to expectation and set clear path to refining process with sales team.

Support Director of Finance as the business group continues to expand involvement in month-end close, including account reviews/reconciliations.

Using a Continuous Improvement mindset, improve pricing documentation, execution, and analysis to ensure compliance with US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, corporate policies and procedures.

Forecast & Budgeting:

Partner with sales ops and supply chain to ensure the sales and SIOP plans are aligned with financials forecasts (income statement and cash flow)

Participate in forecasting and budgeting of sales-related KPIs, including discounts & allowances, freight revenue/expense & other direct selling expenses while working to reduce variation in forecast variances.

Partner with cost center leaders to maintain an accurate view of upcoming center level expenses within operating expenses.

CE Finance Process Improvements and CI Champion:

The Finance Manager is always looking for and filling pipeline with areas for process improvement within the CE Finance and broader CE team.

Oversee PEP (Profitability Enhancement Program) for the CE team, lead meetings, communicate gaps, focus on long-term PEP pipeline.

Other duties as assigned to include:

Assist with presentations and bridges for monthly reviews as needed

Provide guidance, coaching, and oversight to junior members on the team

Create insightful reports as needed for analysis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Public accounting experience

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Previous experience with SAP ERP or equivalent tool

Previous experience with SAP Business Intelligence or equivalent tool

GL accounting experience

Manufacturing experience

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Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

Our success is directly tied to our employees' professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac's success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people's lives and their own.

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