Finance Manager

**Reports To**:Assistant Vice President****Direct Reports**:20+****Location: El Paso, TX or Juárez, MX****Primary Function: Under the direction of the North American Cost Management Director, the Finance Manager is responsible for leading the company’s financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities to support strategic decision-making. This role oversees the development and maintenance of financial models, coordination of budgeting and forecasting processes, and analysis of financial performance to guide the financial strategy and operations of the company.****Duties and Responsibilities**- Oversee the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals and operational needs.- Lead the development and maintenance of sophisticated financial models to analyze business performance and influence company-wide strategy.- Manage the financial reporting team to ensure accurate and timely delivery of financial statements and management reports.- Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial analysis and projections.- Direct the accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger functions, ensuring that all financial transactions are executed and documented accurately.- Supervise the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.- Collaborate with department heads to refine financial processes and enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of financial reporting.- Drive continuous improvement in financial practices, including the integration of new technologies and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.- Mentor and develop the financial team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous learning.- Handle ad-hoc financial inquiries and projects as directed by senior management.- Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.**Required Education**- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required. Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA) or Big 4 experience is a plus.**Required Experience**- At least 10 years of experience in financial management, with a significant portion in a leadership role overseeing financial planning and analysis.- Strong track record of developing financial strategies and managing complex budgets.- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting.- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage large teams and influence senior stakeholders.- Thorough understanding of accounting principles, compliance regulations, and financial reporting standards.- Expertise in ERP systems, particularly SAP, is highly desirable.- ** Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.****Required Competencies**- Customer Focus:- Addresses gaps in the workgroup’s ability to meet emerging customer needs.- Aligns business processes to work with those of customers.- Gathers customer satisfaction input on behalf of the team.- Holds others accountable for meeting customer needs.- Ensures Accountability- Creates an environment of accountability for meeting agreed-upon expectations.- Ensures that the organization meets its commitments.- Holds leaders accountable for the performance of their teams.- Uses management systems to monitor the organization’s performance against goals.- Collaborates- Credits others for their contributions and accomplishments.- Encourages people to express their views openly.- Facilitates effective collaboration among coworkers and external partners.- Involves others in making decisions on behalf of the group.- Communicates Effectively- Adjusts communication content and style to the audience and a diverse set of stakeholders.- Breaks down communication barriers between others.- Encourages candid and open communication among groups.- Practices active and attentive listening skills to verify understanding.- Manages Complexity- Asks the right questions to stimulate critical thinking and help others accurately analyze complex situations.- Coaches others to analyze information and evaluate alternatives to solve problems.- Defines complex issues clearly despite incomplete or ambiguous information.- Draws on multiple perspectives and sources to better understand and solve problems.- Optimizes Work Processes- Analyzes problems and process breakdowns to ensure that improvements are made.- Employs systems, processes, and workflows that help others deliver results without intensive managerial involvement.- Focuses others on driving continuous improvement and quality outcomes.- Optimizes and integrates large-scale systems to improve quality and service.- Instills Trust- Demonstrates consistency between words and actions, gaining others' trust.- Is trusted to represent or protect the interests of others fairly.- Maintains honesty and authenticity and encourages others t