Senior Finance Manager

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager, who will act a strategic business partner over two entities of a global international production company. This is a hybrid role, and will be based out of Los Angeles, CA, and report into our Director of Commercial Finance. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in driving strategic financial planning, pricing, forecasting, and analysis activities to support the company's global operations and growth initiatives. What you'll do: Strategic Financial Planning: Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and refine the company's financial strategy and long-term financial plan. Provide insights and recommendations on financial implications of business decisions to drive profitability and efficiency. Budgeting and Forecasting: Oversee the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to establish financial goals and objectives. Lead the development of accurate and comprehensive financial forecasts, identifying key drivers and potential risks. Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and scenario modeling, to support decision-making processes. Provide regular reporting and insights to management on key financial metrics and performance against targets. Financial Reporting: Prepare and present timely and accurate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments, including Operations, Sales, and Marketing, to gather relevant data and insights for financial planning purposes. Work closely with the accounting team to ensure alignment between financial planning and actual results. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; required MBA or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus. Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders. Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools. Type: direct hire