JOB DESCRIPTION



Job Title: Finance Manager- FP&A, Color Group Finance




Location: Vernon Hills, IL




Department: Accounting/Finance




Reports To:
Sr.

Finance Manager, FP&A




Direct Reports/Manages others:
No




Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.

We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.




RESPONSIBILITIES




The FP&A manager will play a key role in supporting the global FP&A function at Rust-Oleum, specifically for The Color Group, a group of three entities within RPM International's Consumer Group segment.

This individual will help drive financial decision-making and support the organization's strategic initiatives.

This role will provide analytical and accounting support through various financial analysis, data collection, and key performance reporting.

Job responsibilities include:

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  Assist in the preparation of financial presentations for internal management review meetings and Board meetings.


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  Collaborate with different teams within Finance to update/submit the weekly forecast.


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  Prepare monthly variance analysis and provide key drivers and commentary to senior leadership.
  
  


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  Assist with monthly/quarterly closing, forecasting, and the annual budget process.


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  Lead and/or provide support for strategic projects and initiatives.


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  Drive process improvement through automation and data streamlining.
  
  


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  Perform ad hoc analysis around financial performance.


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  Ensure reporting deadlines are met.
  
  


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  Review/validate data for accuracy and consistency.

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  Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint).
  
  


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  Experience with Power BI or other data visualization software.
  
  


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  Ability to work with large datasets.
  
  


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  Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  
  


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  Must possess strong analytical mindset.
  
  


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  Ability to multi-task and manage numerous simultaneous priorities.
  
  


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  Makes confident, fact-based decisions.
  
  


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  Capable of working independently and as part of a team
  
  


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  Ability to think creatively, high-driven and self-motivated.
  
  


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  Ability to work well in high pressure situations to meet deadlines.
  
  

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  4-6 years of experience working in accounting or finance setting


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  Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field


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  Prior experience with D365 is preferred, but not required


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  Prior experience with financial management and reporting tools (i.e.
  
  HFM, OneStream) is a plus, but not required


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  Team player with the ability to collaborate across a cross-functional team


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  Up to 25% travel