Job Summary

The Integrated Operations (IO) Financial Specialist is a partner to the operations leaders for their assigned area. You will be responsible for conducting financial analysis and provide clear insights into the Operations performance and identify opportunities for additional improvement and productivity. You are constantly looking for way to improve and further develop our internal analytical tools. Through a wide and strong network, you can enhance financial awareness across the organization and ensure transparency on key financial indicators/targets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide Financial Support and business partnering to Integrated Operations leadership.Liaison from Finance to Operations on various issues and requests.Liaison from Finance to Global Business Services on Cost Accounting matters.Deliver KPI’s to support the company’s operating system.Coordinate monthly production costs and variance forecast by working closely with the Plant Accounting team and local leadershipCoordinate the yearly budget process for the plants with focus on cost, capacity and explaining impact to final products throughout budget process.Continuously focus on productivity, improvement opportunities and collaboration with Plant teams to execute.Actively support and maintain an environment for strong internal controlsProvide detailed Monthly Plant ReportingAssist the company in meeting productivity targets

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Experience in a Manufacturing industryExperience in implementing / improving processes.Strong communication and networking/business partner skillsConsciousness of control and business ethics environmentAbility to work both independently and in a collaborative team setting.Drive for results, Problem solving, Customer Focus, Strategic AgilityKnowledge of standard costing environments preferred.Core working hours to support US time zone: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

 QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related business degree is required.Experience:  3 plus years of Financial Analyst experience, Manufacturing environment preferred.Proficient in Excel and MS OfficeStrong computer/systems capability (ERP/SAP, Business Warehouse, Office)Fluent in English and local language

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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