Finance Manager

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. We are a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution. 

Summary

This role will support strategic business decisions by providing key financial, accounting and business data analysis, advice and recommendations. Lead and coordinate the planning and budgeting process and preparation of various management reports on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Ensure effective reporting and control of financial transactions, including capital expenditure. Evaluate new business opportunities across various business units by developing business cases and analysing proposals.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with operational managers and department accountants (e.g. plant accountants) to assist them in preparing timely and accurate management information and reports.
• Collate information from the operating divisions and consolidating into various management reports on a monthly, quarterly, annual basis or as required.
• Support the financial forecasting/budgeting and Long Range Planning (LRP) requirement for the Division.
• Support, review and prepare Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) required financial forecasts (i.e.: SVC, Gap to Budget, Opportunities & Exposures).
• Analyze and report monthly financial results ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective reporting, monitoring, accounting systems and procedures.
• Develop and execute policy to ensure accurate product costing information, including NPI requirements.
• Assess and monitor capital expenditure and Capex control procedures.
• Assist in the development of the business intelligence function across the organization.
• Provide objective and relevant modelling analysis to support the development of budgets and business plans.
• Liaise with System managers/Accountants to ensure the maintenance of a common information base and review for process improvement opportunities.
• Maintain and monitor various General Ledger (GL) reconciliations.
• Support, prepare and provide financial analysis for specific supply chain projects or commercial negotiations as required.

Typical Education

Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university

Relevant Experience

8+ years related experience and/or training

Required Certifications

Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Other Information

• Experience in FMCG Supply Chains preferable, including cost and management accounting.
• Intermediate skills in the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial information systems.
• Sound financial knowledge and experience in business case development and commercial negotiations.
• Experience with Budget / LRP process.
• Strong financial analysis, modelling and forecasting skills.
• People management and team building.
• Excellent data mining skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Strong reporting and presentation skills.

Job Requisition ID: 24896 

Travel Required: Up to 25% 

Location(s): GF Office - Seoul 

Country: Korea, Republic of 

 

**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**

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