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JOB SUMMARY
Working within the M&A Finance team, this position plans, develops, leads, coordinates, and performs work activities designed to improve processes and systems within our global Finance teams.  Although there will be contributions to many various activities, this position will focus mainly on integrating acquisitions into the Jabil organization.  The position will draw on the manager’s financial expertise, project management and communication skills to successfully integrate cross-functional workstreams. This position will improve on how we provide value to our internal customers and enable us to be a valued business partner within the overall organization. The objective is to improve the Finance community’s effectiveness and efficiency and support Jabil's overall inorganic growth strategy. The position will work closely with all Finance functions, as well as cross functional leads, and global Divisional and Business Unit leaders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide expert level process and systems knowledge on main processes affecting finance.  Use knowledge of US GAAP, best practices in accounting, change management and process improvement to facilitate the integration of acquisitions.Provide strategic and tactical input and advice on areas including reporting, costing, management reporting, SOX and consolidation platforms.  Provide understanding of impact of various country’s statutory reporting and the ramifications to activities.Together with the team, evaluate and define baseline application and best practice.Lead education and communication efforts to the plant and corporate finance functions to enable adoption of best practice.Ensure regular communication of project status and gap analysis.  Set correct expectations on delivery dates.  Follow-up on action items with responsible parties.  Evaluate options and escalate risks as appropriate.Travel to various acquisition sites as needed for in-person communication.Ensure close cooperation and coordination with other groups on process initiatives affecting Finance.Working with the team and steering/stakeholder groups decide on priorities and work on delivery.Establish appropriate ‘communities of practice’ across the finance organization to promote dialogue, consistency and best practice.Know and understand department and Corporate Development strategic directionsDefine, develop and implement a functional strategy which contributes to the departmental and Corporate strategic directions.Define the goals, objectives, and scope of projects while working with relevant site, regional and global finance organizations as well as IT staff.Working with the other leads, and taking account of internal and business needs, develop a transformation initiative priority list and plan.Within the team, provide opinion and critique on all key finance issues.Provide regular updates to Management on the execution of the strategy.Understand and communicate financial and accounting issues related to Mergers & Acquisitions.Manage relationships with external advisors and coordinate all due diligence activity worldwide.Analyze results of past acquisitions and report significant findings periodically to senior management.Assist with negotiation of contract terms and review documents for propriety (Asset Purchase Agreement and Supply Agreement).Assist Business Development and Operations teams from a Finance perspective in customer meetings, Greenfield opportunity analysis and other special projects as required.Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management.Assure that procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant.Ensure 100% adherence to all company policies and procedures (i.e. Health and Safety, Quality).Ensure all sensitive and confidential information is handled appropriately.Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

M&A experience preferredSignificant level of Accounting/Finance experience and knowledgeStrong project management skillsStrong understanding of corporate and/or plant finance processes within Jabil.Proven track record of successfully implementing new tools and processesSignificant experience and knowledge on IT systems and platforms\Leadership/people-management skillsAbility to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%Know and understand corporate strategic directions.

·         Knowledge of Jabil’s software packages.
·         Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
·         Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
·         Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
·         Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
·         Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

·         Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

·         Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management preferred.
·         Minimum five (5) to eight (8) years experience in a relevant Jabil financial position
·         Advanced degree and/or CPA qualification is preferred
·         Knowledge of deal structuring and related accounting issues is critical.
·         Proficiency in using standard research tools such as Capital IQ or D&B.
·         Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience

 

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