Finance Manager

Company: Keurig Dr Pepper
Location: Frisco
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Job Overview:The Finance Manager will collaborate with Sales Operations, Transformation and Fleet teams in support of the Direct Store Delivery (DSD) business segment for the US. The Finance Manager will analyze operational and financial results, play an integral role in the forecasting and budgeting processes, and operational expenses in excess of $600M. This role requires a detailed understanding of financial reporting and a keen interest in learning the DSD route to market and all associated business processes supporting this segment.The successful candidate will bring a cross-disciplinary combination of analytical and critical skills in a number of financial areas with the ultimate goal of driving cost savings and influencing business partners to operate as efficiently as possible.Major Responsibilities:Function as controller for DSD fleet operations, working with regional fleet and finance teams to ensure all financial statements are fairly and accurately represented.Provide business insights, commentary and presentation materials for Executive Leadership Team meetings, operational reviews, management meetings, and financial reviews.Build key components and coordinate preparation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).Continuously improve operational and financial reporting to help maximize efficiency in our distribution centers and fleet shops. Ensure all reporting adds value and links back to achieving AOP and any other goals set by management. Eliminate reporting that does not add value.Routinely visit operations centers to better understand customer needs and conduct process observations to continuously improve financial support to your commercial and operational customers. Find opportunities to enhance operational capabilities and eliminate waste.Provide ad-hoc technical and analytical guidance to field-based operations and finance partners.Build automated modeling templates to quickly and accurately analyze capital projects and vendor contracts.Develop relationships with business partners across the KDP enterprise, including the Corporate FP&A, Supply Chain Finance, HR, and Supply Chain Operations departments.Promote an environment of strong internal controls and process efficiencies.Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.Requirements:Major Responsibilities:Function as controller for DSD fleet operations, working with regional fleet and finance teams to ensure all financial statements are fairly and accurately represented.Provide business insights, commentary and presentation materials for Executive Leadership Team meetings, operational reviews, management meetings, and financial reviews.Build key components and coordinate preparation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).Continuously improve operational and financial reporting to help maximize efficiency in our distribution centers and fleet shops. Ensure all reporting adds value and links back to achieving AOP and any other goals set by management. Eliminate reporting that does not add value.Routinely visit operations centers to better understand customer needs and conduct process observations to continuously improve financial support to your commercial and operational customers. Find opportunities to enhance operational capabilities and eliminate waste.Provide ad-hoc technical and analytical guidance to field-based operations and finance partners.Build automated modeling templates to quickly and accurately analyze capital projects and vendor contracts.Develop relationships with business partners across the KDP enterprise, including the Corporate FP&A, Supply Chain Finance, HR, and Supply Chain Operations departments.Promote an environment of strong internal controls and process efficiencies.Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.Required Qualifications and Skills:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field5+ years of related professional experienceAdvanced ability to build detailed financial models in Microsoft ExcelDemonstrated history of providing insights that led to improved business performanceWorking knowledge of common accounting practicesPreferred Qualifications and Skills:Experience with Microsoft Access or other database programExperience with SAP or similar ERP systemExperience with Planning Analytics/TM1Experience with BI programs (BW, Microstrategy)Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry experienceRequired Competencies and aptitudes:Strong analytical skills and the ability to propose positive business solutions to problemsStrong influencing and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detailHigh intellectual curiosity and strategic mindsetAbility to handle confidential financial information discreetlyExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.Forward-thinking in implementing tools and techniques to improve analytics, driving better business decisionsGood organizational skills and able to handle a high work volume.Self-motivated positive team playerAbility to travel occasionally - up to 10%Ability to work flexible hours as neededCompany Overview & EEO Statement:Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading coffee and beverage company in North America with dual headquarters in Burlington, MA and Plano, TX, with annual revenue in excess of $11 billion. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. The Company maintains an unrivaled distribution system that enables its portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands to be available nearly everywhere people shop and consume beverages. With a wide range of hot and cold beverages that meet virtually any consumer need, KDP key brands include Keurig , Dr Pepper , Green Mountain Coffee Roasters , Canada Dry , Snapple , Bai , Mott's and The Original Donut Shop . The Company employs more than 25,000 employees and operates more than 120 offices, manufacturing plants, warehouses and distribution centers across North America.Benefits built for you: Our people are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

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