Principal Ii, Project Finance

Overview: COMPANY OVERVIEW: Herbalife is a global nutrition company that has helped people pursue a healthy, active life since 1980. Our nutrition, weight-management and personal care products are available exclusively through dedicated independent Distributors in more than 80 countries. Our Mission is to change people’s lives by providing the best business opportunity in direct selling and the best nutrition and weight-management products in the world. STATEMENT: This position is responsible for the financial planning and analysis process (analysis, forecasting, reporting, financial governance, accounting) of the GTS, DO and Cybersecurity Corporate department of a budget of >220M USD, +/- 1000 employees. This position is to act as the leader for project-based spend within the technology teams around the world. DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: - Financial management of the Global GTS, Cybersecurity and Agile project portfolios, including: - Budget and forecast both capex and opex for GTS/Cybersecurity projects both on a project and portfolio level - Act as liaison between accounting and PMO for project details, status, and spend - Responsible for the reporting of the portfolio status and changes - Act as the primary contact for any reporting needs - Present spend status monthly to the senior management team for GTS - Lead innovative projects to continually enhance our capex reporting and processes - Develop metrics to track team performance and improvement - Responsible and accountable for accurate capex forecasting for Global GTS department. - Responsible for project funding approval process including timeliness and optimization. - Responsible for ensuring project costs are accurately reported in our systems and reports - Determine capitalization treatment (capex vs. opex) for software/hardware development and implementation. - Exhibit proficient understanding of IT concepts (Datacenter infrastructure, networking, ERP systems, etc.), technology trends, capitalization rules, and intercompany billing - Business partnering with local and regional management to create analyses for decision making that will impact the different WW GTS teams. - Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance. - Financial orientation on decision making for high management. - Ensure month-end close according to corporate guidance - Ensure operational efficiency, best practices, quality service levels, and timely - Develop financial models, conduct benchmarking, investment analysis and process analysis - Coordination of special corporate projects - Conduct business studies on past, future and comparative performance and develop forecast models. - This position interacts frequently with VP’s, Senior Directors, Directors, often times providing them financial guidance, advice, and influence. Job Qualifications: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: **Skills**: - Leadership with the ability to develop relationships and manage teams that are cross functional - Ability to work with teams from all over the world effectively. - Verbal and written communication skills to accurately convey and explain detailed issues concisely with all levels of management, and all forms of inquiries - Ability to interact effectively with all levels - Ability to handle confidential matters professionally. - Ability to forecast, set, and manages budgets. - Ability to navigate difficult situations where spend must be managed with risk. - Presentation skills. - Strong written and verbal communication in English and Spanish languages. **Experience**: - 7+ years of experience in a GBS/COE/GDC/SS finance environment - 1+ years of program management experience desirable - Experience working with technology teams is preferred. - Knowledge in Oracle ERP modules. - Proven knowledge of financial forecasting and diagnosis, corporate finance and information analysis. - BS degree in Finance, Economics or Finance Engineering related field, Master degree preferred.