Job TitleFinance Manager, Operations

Job Description SummaryFinance professional supporting C&W Services throughout the United States and Canada and an integral member of finance team.Job Description

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Develop annual budgets and monthly forecasts for the regionEnsure all reporting and transactional processing requirements for the region are accurate and completed timelyClose the books monthly; timely and accurately with risks and opportunities identifiedPrepare variance analysis and work with client services to ensure that budgets and forecasts are achieved.Support client services with ad hoc financial analysisAssist in the preparation of quarterly business review decks including KPIs and various analytical reportsWork with client services and corporate finance to identify and minimize financial risks.Work with client services and business development to identify and execute growth opportunities.Coach and educate account client services team on financial related topics and policies / procedures.Work with client services, corporate finance, and legal on contractual mattersEnsure corporate policies and procedures are adhered toOccasional travel to customer sites to work with site management.

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Reporting Structure and Relationships

Reports to Sr. Director of Commercial FinanceProvides guidance to and oversight of various site administrators across the regionWorks closely with client service teams and other C&W Services’ teams including, corporate finance, legal and the finance service center.

Experience, Skills and Education

5+ years related professional experience – FP&A, Controllership, or Operational Finance preferredIndustry experience – manufacturing, distribution, or professional services preferredIn-depth knowledge and practical experience with budgeting, forecasting, general accounting, SOX, contract set up, billing, purchase orders, calculation of billable hourly rates, transactional processing, month end close, capital investments, leases, and variance analysisExperience working with customers (internal and external) on all finance matters noted above and as a general business partner; ability to identify and execute growth opportunities, and ability to identify and mitigate risksExperience developing and enhancing processes and controls; improving transactional efficiencies, and leveraging of ERP systems (JD Edwards ideal but not required)Ability to analyze results (financial and operational) to understand cost drivers and the levers to drive out costsAbility to interpret, structure, and implement contracts to minimize risks and to ensure adherence to contract requirements including billing, AR collections, reporting, and KPIsStrong analytical and communication skills supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skillsStrong sense of urgency, attention to detail, takes ownership and has pride in their work, high level of customer service, resilient, self-starter, and a has a can-do attitudeCollege diploma or University degree with a major or concentration in finance, accounting, or economics.  Will consider an undergraduate degree in engineering or a similar discipline if combined with either an advanced degree in accounting or finance, or an MBA with significant work experience in an accounting or operational finance function.CPA or MBA ideal but not required.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $97,750.00 - $115,000.00

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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