Description Robert Half is currently working with a client seeking a Finance Business Partner for a client of theirs in the Lawrence, KS area. The Finance Business Partner must have strong leadership, management, technology, analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills in order to be a part of the management team. If you are an experienced in a senior leadership role that comes with a solid mix of accounting and finance and looking for a challenging role at an established company, this may be the role for you. If you or someone you know is interested in this Finance Business Partner position, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for further details! What you get to do every single day:
Decide on benchmarks for comparing the operating and financial performance
Analyze and monitor forecasting and budgeting models
Assist in establishing short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures
Oversee the preparation of financial forecasts and outlooks
Perform analysis on operating results, comparing against budget
Oversee all hiring aspects of finance staff, including training and retention
Collaborate with department managers to develop five-year business plans
Direct risk and insurance management
Prepare financial analysis for product investment decisions and contract negotiations
Adhere to local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements
Direct all financial reporting preparation
Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure to effectively accomplish the departments goals and objectives
Own financial planning and budget management functions
Take the lead on all financial and accounting operations
Requirements
7+ years of finance and accounting experience
CPA is REQUIRED
Strong knowledge of cost control, budgeting, accounting, and finance principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Strong analytical thinking and a detail-oriented mindset
Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting
Experience with multiple financial and accounting reporting systems
Possess strong Microsoft Excel skills
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