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Kohler Co. Sr. Finance Manager in Kohler, Wisconsin
Sr. Finance Manager
Work Mode: Hybrid
Location: Hybrid at Kohler, WI, Bristol, PA or Dallas, TX
Opportunity
Has overall responsibility for the financial related matters of Robern & Kallista. Serves as the financial advisor to the President and all key leaders of the business. Executes the role in alignment with Kohler Co. policies, procedures, and matrix organization structure. Must maintain the highest level of integrity and candor to all key management levels of the business and Kohler Co.
Specific Responsibilities
Advise the management of the business and Kohler Co. from a financial perspective. Interpret and communicate in a straightforward manner. Analyze and quantify business activies and decisions in financial terms using Kohler Co. methodologies. Train and leverage support staff in these roles.
Responsible for keeping the financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP, tax, legal and Kohler Co. requirements. These requirements are to be consistently applied from period to period. Maintain the business’s Chart of Accounts in a manner compatible with Kohler Co. requirements. Maintain a timely documented balance sheet reconciliation process.
Responsible for coordinating the annual budgeting, financial planning and capital planning processes for the business and owner of the end product. Responsible for the monthly/Quarterly financial projection submission. Key player in the strategic planning and other business planning processes.
Responsible for the financial information reporting for the business. This reporting is to be in accordance with Kohler reporting formats and design attributes. The financial information is to be made available to the business and Kohler Co. management on a timely basis. Responsible for maintaining consistent presentation of information and comparative data. Responsible for bridging comparative results when changes occur in the reporting.
Responsible for the development of the supporting staff. This role includes providing knowledge transfer, coaching, constructive feedback and candid appraisal. Likewise, dealing with incompatible associates on a timely basis is also expected.
Responsible for maintaining and enhancing the system of internal controls for the business. Use feedback from internal and external auditors to identify internal control weaknesses. Direct the performance of an annual physical inventory audit. Maintain a perpetual inventory process for fixed assets.
Overall responsibility for the product and service costing methodologies for the business including standard cost processes where appropriate. The primary focus of these methodologies is the enhanced understanding of margin and overall profitability of business segments.
Responsible for continuously improving the business’ financial processes from a quality and productivity perspective. Use benchmarking and best practice information to gain perspective. Use of disciplined continuous improvement techniques is encouraged. Proactively leverage new tools & systems to drive efficiencies across the entire business.
Responsible for the maintenance, intergration and enhancement of the business information systems (IT Dept.).
Maintain the highest level of honesty and integrity. Expect and promote that same level of honesty and integrity in the supporting staff.
Actively participate in K&B Luxury Brands finance team meetings.
Skills/Requirements
College degree in the field of Accounting or Finance.
An MBA or CPA is preferred.
A minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in related positions is preferred.
Experience in matrixed organizations a plus.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
The salary range for this position is $129,150 - $165,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.
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