The Lead Financial Analyst provides financial oversight in developing and driving the Operations annual plan, monthly forecast and close processes across the Business units in an efficient and sustainable manner.
This role will partner with Finance leaders and their teams to deliver against financial targets and appropriately communicate risks and opportunities to the leadership team.
This position owns the messaging for Operations results of the Business units, working closely with the Operations and Commercial Finance leaders.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: * Lead annual planning and monthly forecasting process for the business units, partnering with Finance Leaders and their teams to deliver against financial targets and appropriately communicate risks and opportunities to the leadership team * Prepare and communicate consolidated reporting for plan, forecast and actuals (single source of truth), including commentary with drivers based on activity and results within the business * Consolidate business unit commentary for the executive Finance and Operations leadership and submissions to Fortune Brands Innovations (FBIN) FP&A * Collaborate closely with manufacturing and supply chain teams to gather relevant data, analyze variance drivers, and incorporate insights into financial plans and forecasts.
* Lead / coordinate the preparation of Monthly and Quarterly Review Meeting presentations * Perform ad hoc analysis and lead special projects to support the operations finance organization * Manage the booking and forecasting of manufacturing variances, including variance capitalization in inventory, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting.