Senior Manager Business Finance (E4959B)

Job Summary

The overall purpose of this position is to provide financial management for various Operating Units (OUs). The individual is responsible for the development of the budgets and forecasts as well as analyzing financial results, highlighting operational variances, identifying and resolving issues. The individual partners directly with OU leadership and staff to ensure proper fiscal control of revenue and expenses. They will interface directly with executive staff and volunteers. Additionally, they are responsible for driving ad-hoc projects and process improvements to support their client operations and financial reporting.

This role reports to the Senior Director Business Finance and may manage up to approximately 2 staff. The incumbent is responsible for the major initiatives as a subject matter expert (SME) across supported OUs. They will work independently and in groups and are required to complete most tasks with minimal supervision. As the primary financial SME for their designated clients, this individual must provide strategic support, financial advice and continually educate staff and volunteers on all aspects of financial management.

While doing so, the individual must also partner with key staff to stay apprised of activities related to supplier contracts, invoicing and expense reporting. This position will conduct periodic reviews of existing processes and recommend, socialize, and implement changes as necessary. They resolve problems, demonstrate strong leadership skills, lead meetings and facilitate effective staff and volunteer interactions. This role will include other duties as assigned. Some travel will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage finances for business units; This includes budget & forecasting, financial reporting, ad‑hoc analysis, and all areas of revenue, expense and capital items and other projects.
• Reconcile and maintain budget and forecast supporting schedules including categorizing and tracking updates by major line of business.
• Consolidate and analyze total financial trends by line of business.
• Interface with and partner with OUs, implement, and create budget and forecasts; provide financial analysis and consultation to management as needed.
• Act as the key point of contact with the Controller’s office for general ledger entries and accruals.
• Streamline processes and ensure tools used to develop financials are efficient (Excel spreadsheets and Oracle) to reduce manual work.
• Manage products and cost centers, including coding structure, understanding key accounts and cost center ownership; streamline use of chart of accounts to increase efficiency and ensure accurate recording of financials.
• Support OU Treasurers and major OU Boards with financial support and analysis as needed.
• May represent Business Finance in ad‑hoc committees as requested and/or needed.

Travel Information

• 15% Domestic

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.

Work Experience

• 7‑10 years of financial work experience.

Skills and Requirements

• Successful record of increasing efficiency, accuracy, and financial visibility by creating, streamlining and improving processes, systems, and reports.
• Ability to provide senior executives and staff members with critical data and reports to enhance strategic planning, forecasting, and analytical functions.
• Strong analytical skills and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; must be able to work well with various levels of staff and volunteers, including IEEE senior management and volunteer leadership.
• Ability to undertake complex financial analyses including budgeting, trend analysis, forecasting, algorithms and financial modeling.
• Ability to understand the larger picture within the context of the operating unit and at the IEEE level.
• Strong technical and financial knowledge, including understanding of accounting and internal control.
• Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Oracle.
• Detailed and results oriented; must be able to monitor and check work for accuracy.
• Understands and utilizes financial data and information to make sound recommendations that promote decision making and cost effectiveness.

Other Requirements

As defined in IEEE Policies, individuals currently serving on an IEEE board or committee are not eligible to apply.

Additional Notes

THIS POSITION IS NOT BUDGETED FOR EMPLOYER‑SPONSORED IMMIGRATION SUPPORT (INCLUDES ALL PERSONS IN F, CPT, OPT, J, H, L, OR O STATUS).

For information on work demands and conditions required for this position, please consult the reference document, ADA Requirements. This position is classified under Category I - Office Positions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Disclaimer

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