We are looking for a skilled Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to lead financial strategy and decision-making processes in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in analyzing complex data, developing dynamic financial models, and driving improvements in financial operations. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning financial planning with organizational objectives while fostering collaboration across departments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and oversee annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans to support organizational goals.<br>• Create and maintain advanced financial models to enable scenario planning, capital allocation, and strategic initiatives.<br>• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost optimization or growth.<br>• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, including variance analysis and dashboards, to provide actionable insights.<br>• Design, implement, and monitor productivity metrics aligned with strategic objectives across various departments.<br>• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure financial plans are integrated with operational strategies.<br>• Lead initiatives to improve and automate financial processes, tools, and reporting systems.<br>• Provide support for mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, and investment evaluations as needed.<br>• Handle additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:<br>• Leads day-to-day execution of the annual Audit Plan, including annual SOX evaluation, Operational Audit, and Enterprise Risk Management activities.<br>• Supervise and assist in the execution of the annual SOX audit, ensuring key objectives are met and results are clearly communicated to stakeholders.<br>• Provide direction and guidance on the identification of key risks and opportunities, evaluation of internal controls and underlying business processes, and delivery of value-add recommendations to management.<br>• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including Accounting, Finance, Internal Controls, IT, and external auditors.<br>• Assist the Head of Internal Audit in communications with Company leadership and the Audit Committee; participate in SOX Committee meetings.<br>• Manage a global Internal Audit staff, providing on-the-job training and feedback, and conducting formal performance evaluations, to support growth and development.<br>• Perform the annual risk assessment and scoping process, and help develop the schedule of audit assignments for Internal Audit staff.<br>• Research, assess, and benchmark SOX and audit requirements to provide a point of view on audit requirements related to SOX controls.<br>• Lead and execute on-site Operational Audit programs at Neogen’s global locations.<br>• Lead the coordination of efforts with the external auditor.<br>• Perform special projects and investigations as assigned.<br><br>Education and Experience:<br>• 6+ years of experience in a national public accounting firm and/or professional internal auditing; a blend of public and industry experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CIA or CPA preferred.<br>• Technical skills include knowledge of SOX, US GAAP, and PCAOB standards.<br>• Demonstrated experience with internal controls, risk assessment, and operational auditing.<br>• Excellent relationship management skills and ability to collaborate with different stakeholders to drive and implement change.<br>• High degree of motivation and strong work ethic with successful experience managing teams while balancing multiple projects and deadlines.<br>• Strong verbal and written communication skills including executive presentation skills.<br>• Advanced technical and analytical skills, including Microsoft Office proficiency and advanced Excel skills.<br>• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25%.
<p><strong>Technical Accounting Senior – Global Acquisition Accounting</strong></p><p> Our client, a publicly traded service company, is seeking an experienced and driven <strong>Technical Accounting Senior</strong> to focus on global acquisition accounting and support. This role plays a critical part in the organization’s growth strategy, providing technical accounting expertise during mergers and acquisitions, leading due diligence efforts, and ensuring seamless integration into corporate policies and reporting. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Technical Accounting and Reporting, this position offers significant exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional global teams.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead accounting for acquisitions, including purchase price allocations, fair value assessments, and preparation of opening balance sheets.</li><li>Draft technical accounting whitepapers and perform journal entries and reconciliations related to new acquisitions.</li><li>Partner with external valuation specialists to complete tangible and intangible asset valuations in line with U.S. GAAP.</li><li>Ensure acquired entities are integrated into corporate reporting and internal controls, aligning with SOX and company policies.</li><li>Collaborate with financial reporting teams on acquisition-related disclosures and external audit requests.</li><li>Oversee post-acquisition adjustments and assist in goodwill impairment testing.</li><li>Partner with global legal, finance, tax, and treasury teams to ensure accurate and timely transaction support.</li><li>Contribute to special projects involving mergers, divestitures, and other technical accounting initiatives.</li></ul><p>If you have questions or would like more information, please call Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6131, For immediate and confidential consideration please apply today. </p>
