The Manager of FP&A – Business Systems is responsible for implementing Oracle Hyperion Planning at the company. The company already uses Hyperion for accounting close and consolidation. This role would be responsible for building out forecasting and budgeting tools for: produce revenue and cost, distribution center cost, logistics, headcount, and capex,

The Manager must possess a keen understanding of business, finance and Hyperion. The Manager will be responsible for coordinating the entire project of implementing the forecasting and budgeting tool. This will require partnering with contacts within finance as well as cross functionally to build the capabilities of the tool. In addition, the manager will oversee, guide and ensure appropriate progress of the Oracle consultants that will do the behind the scenes building of the system. Upon completion of the project the manager will be responsible for ongoing maintenance of the system as well as leading implementation of a monthly forecast leveraging the application as the basis.

The role reports to the Strategic Finance Director, based in Livonia, MI.

Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinate and gather all information necessary to develop the build requirements of each component of the Hyperion planning application. Effectively convey all requirements to the Oracle Consultants responsible for planning application build out. Strong Project Management Skills - Develop and strictly adhere to project timelines and deliverables. Track project status and progress versus budget. Perform inventory of and refresh our reporting suite to understand relevancy, accuracy/reliability, and formatting are adapting to and supporting the business’ growth. Upon completion of the implementation of the planning application, be the key liaison to maintain and update the system as well as ensure proper functioning. Once project is complete, be a key driver in implementing monthly forecasting where planning application will be heavily leveraged. Where applicable, supporting reporting requirements and ad-hoc analysis upon completion of the project. Drive processes improvements and efficiencies within the Finance Department to provide timely and value-added financial reporting and analysis Identify key performance drivers (metrics) and opportunities that can be leveraged to improve the company’s profitability and create value for all stakeholders.  Shares skills and knowledge with colleagues-helps to develop others. Works collaboratively with all members of the team. Partners with Key Stakeholders and Business Partners to align on business priorities and drive effective solutions/execution. Constructively communicates compelling arguments based on facts and data and obtains necessary buy-in to deliver on business objectives. Builds working relationships with business management and other partners in support of key priorities and objectives through analytics.

Qualifications:

Prior experience implementing Hyperion or extensive use/back-end business support of Hyperion is a must. Bachelor’s degree, or its foreign equivalent, in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a closely-related degree 5-7+ years of progressively-responsible roles in FP&A, or in a related financial reporting role CPA, CIA, CMA, CFE, or MBA preferred 1-3 years of leadership experience preferred Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.  Need to be creative, adaptable and able to accurately handle out-of-the-ordinary micro issues with a sense of urgency Excellent communication and presentation skills and be comfortable interacting with executive-level management, present information and direction, and field questions from managers, employees and external contacts Unquestionable integrity and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive and confidential information required. Strong cross-functional team leader who expects excellence, develops others, and creates excitement around a compelling vision in a collaborative, team-oriented fashion. Skilled at making and defending tough decisions, while demonstrating care and concern for the opinions of others, both inside and outside the organization. Experience with Microsoft Navision or similar ERP system preferred. Strong knowledge of local, state and federal laws and requirements to maintain compliance to all relevant statues and guiding principles Experience in the food and beverage industry is desirable

Working Conditions:

 Ability to travel between Canada and the US periodically

Working conditions are normal for an office environment Use of company computer and phone Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions