Senior Director - Finance at Ecolab

St Paul, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
10 years total experience with relevant experience in FP&A and/or Sales Finance
5 years team leadership experience
Preferred Qualifications
MBA with concentration in Finance and/or Accounting
CPA
Commercial finance experience
Manufacturing experience
15 years of relevant experience
Experience with deal structures and management, negotiations, incentives, and contract reviews
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Report, analyze, and summarize sales and operational performance results including variance and trend analysis, risks and opportunity assessment, identification and follow up of corrective actions, and driving fact-based business decision-making
Present financial information to sales leadership to drive alignment of financial goals, including training of sales associates on financial reports as needed
Support the Strategic Business Review, Annual Sales Plan process, and monthly sales forecasting. Ensure delivery of insights needed to finalize annual action plans, investments, and targets
Develop ad hoc analysis to supplement standard reporting to identify business opportunities or diagnose business challenges
Develop sound business processes and create strong control environment
Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and development to division finance associates to achieve business results and prepare associates for future responsibilities
Spearhead sales reporting and analytics, oversee sales budgeting, and provide executive decision support to drive profitable growth
Attract, manage, and develop a talented team while fostering relationships within a multi-divisional matrixed organization
Design and drive key performance metrics to accelerate sales growth and maximize operating income
Formulate strategy, establish objectives, select and plan investments, allocate resources, and improve productivity of the North America Sales organization in partnership with the sales leadership team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Sales ReportingFinancial AnalyticsBudgetingForecastingVariance AnalysisTrend AnalysisRisk AssessmentAd Hoc AnalysisStrategic PlanningLeadershipCoachingMentoringFinancial Controls

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this Senior Director - Finance role?

This is a hybrid position based out of Ecolab’s Global Headquarters in downtown St. Paul, MN.

What are the minimum qualifications for this position?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, 10 years total experience with relevant experience in FP&A and/or Sales Finance, and 5 years team leadership experience. No immigration sponsorship is available.

What benefits are offered starting on day one?

Starting on Day 1, you get access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Director - Finance position?

Preferred candidates have an MBA in Finance/Accounting, CPA, commercial or manufacturing finance experience, 15 years relevant experience, and strong skills in deal structures, negotiations, incentives, contract reviews, and communication.