Balchem - Montvale, NJ
posted 5 months ago
The Finance Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) at Balchem Corporation plays a crucial role as a strategic partner to the Senior Finance Director, Corporate Finance & Investor Relations. This position is responsible for delivering the Corporate forecast, which includes the Profit and Loss (P&L) statement and cash flow projections, as well as overseeing the annual budget and the five-year strategic plan. The Finance Manager will be instrumental in developing materials for the Board of Directors, Senior Executives, and Investors, requiring the ability to translate complex finance and accounting details into understandable insights for various audiences. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a keen attention to detail and the ability to see the bigger picture. In this role, the Finance Manager is expected to lead efforts in continuous improvement, proactively identifying opportunities and implementing solutions to enhance the finance and accounting functions. The ideal candidate will be adept at balancing time-sensitive tactical financial tasks, such as month-end reporting and financial analysis, with high-level strategic projects, including acquisition analysis and treasury strategy. The position demands a highly motivated individual with strong planning and organizational skills, capable of managing competing priorities while effectively communicating timelines and progress. Building strong working relationships with multi-functional colleagues and within the finance and accounting teams is critical for success in this role. The Finance Manager will lead the monthly forecast and annual budget processes, ensuring performance is measured against expectations and clearly communicating the outcomes and future projections to various stakeholders. Additionally, the role involves preparing financial and strategic updates for the Board and Senior Executives, driving improvements in reporting and analytics, assisting with investor relations, and performing financial analysis using modeling and business analysis techniques.