Position:
Global Manager - Finance
Datacenter Physical Security
Reports To:
Sr. Global Manager - Finance
Location:
Remote (AMER or EMEA region)
Summary
The Global Manager - Finance will be responsible for analyzing financial data and other operating information to assist the Datacenter Physical Security Sr. Global Manager - Finance in achieving global financial targets for a $400M+ security service budget that spans across 30+ countries. Core finance functions include directing the work of regional analysts to support budget management, forecasting, invoicing, and new business initiatives. The Global Manager - Finance will utilize their advanced knowledge of the account to lead a team of Finance Analysts around the globe to drive process improvement, client transparency and financial best practices across the program with an expectation of accuracy, diligence, and error-free work for themselves and their team.
Essential Functions
Drives development of the annual budget, partners with the Sr. Global Manager - Finance in monitoring progress against financial and business objectives throughout the year.
Manage a team of regional Financial Analyst to ensure rhythm of business (ROB) activities for the program are completed timely and accurately.
Champion a continuous process improvement culture with their team
Review and audit annual budgets and quarterly forecasts prior to the submission to the client.
Synthesize complex financial and operating data to support actionable management decision making.
Actively seek gaps in the current process and formulate solutions to mitigate future client issues.
Develop the process of building strong relationships with the Securitas branches and affiliate business partners to ensure compliance with the cost-plus model, meeting expectations of the client's service level agreements, and accurate forecasting.
Analyze operational and financial indicators to consistently improve performance; ensure profitable operations.
Identifies, proposes and implements process improvement opportunities in the monthly invoices process, annual budget process and quarterly reforecast process.
Evaluate financial information, compare assumptions, draw conclusions, present findings, and make recommendations to management to continually add value and efficiency to the overall client contract.
Lead investigations into discrepancies and anticipate and solve issues before they are escalated.
Develop advanced financial models to be used for evaluation of business cases and scenarios.
Lead the execution of end-to-end invoice processing for the client in support of global Securitas branches and affiliate business partners, ensuring proper auditing guardrails are in place to eliminate errors.
Support the development of internal reporting requirements and key performance indicators
Manage the documentation of work products to ensure business continuity for the finance program, including, but not limited to, meeting notes, audit efforts, quality control efforts, job aids and process guides.
Special Projects on an as needed basis.
The functions listed above describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all the functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.
All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.
Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties, or tasks not specifically listed herein.
In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical, and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
Minimum QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY
Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.
Minimum Hiring Standards
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a reliable means of communication, such as cell phone.
Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English.
Must have a high school diploma, secondary education equivalent, or GED.
Must be willing to participate in the Company's pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree, or five or more years of progressively responsible finance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company.
5+ years' experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) in an operations environment with multiple business lines.
3-5 years of people management experience.
Super user in Microsoft Office Suite.
Special Requirements
Have a current passport or be able to obtain one.
Able to travel (international or domestic, as required) approximately 20% of the time or more, occasionally with limited notice.
Able to work evening or weekend hours when required, such as during an emergency or high-priority event.
Competencies
Strong computer skills required with the use of various accounting databases and other financial tools. Must be a super user of the Microsoft family of products (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote).
Precise and high attention to detail. Be obsessed with accuracy, able to identify errors quickly.
Expect and deliver excellence.
Ability to manage, coach and develop others to reach their professional potential.
Experience building high performing teams, with the ability to have performance management discussions.
Leads by example. Can walk the talk and be naturally curious, seeking opportunities to develop and improve themselves.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with a wide variety of people including colleagues, clients, and representatives of other agencies.
Thorough understanding of standard office procedures and practices.
Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
Ability to write reports and correspondence in a clear and concise manner.
Expert communicator who can clearly articulate complex financial issues to non-financial managers.
Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with emotional or confrontational circumstances.
Ability to leverage expertise of a multi-disciplinary matrixed service teams to achieve desired outcome.
Strong customer service and results orientation.
Demonstrate professional conduct in highly sensitive or volatile situations; maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to write original correspondence.
Excellent planning, organization, and project management skills.
Capably work under pressure while maintaining a professional image and approach with clients inside and outside Microsoft.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:
With or without reasonable accommodation, it requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
Required ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
Computer usage, which may include prolonged periods of data analysis.
Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
Regular talking and hearing.
Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
May be required to use vehicle in the performance of duties.
"Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic."
Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we're looking for you to join the Securitas team.
