Manager, Corporate Finance (FP&A)

We are hiring a Manager, Corporate Finance in New York to support all of Kobalt’s business units. This FP&A position will be part of the global Corporate Finance team and report to the Director, Corporate Finance. You will play a key part in forecasting and analysing financial performance with a focus on cash management and costs - owning and developing forecasting models and working with various business partners to provide budgeting, and insights into historic costs. This role will also involve supporting the month-end process to ensure accurate financial results and ad hoc analysis for senior management.

WHAT DOES A FP&A MANAGER AT KOBALT DO?

• Own Cash Flow model, produce short-term, long-term and ad hoc cash flow forecasting to support financing decisions.  
• Work with business leaders to develop and maintain annual budgets and monthly forecasts
• Perform variance analysis and deliver commentary of periodic results versus budget, forecasts and prior year actuals
• Create, manage and maintain budget and expense models
• Partner with Accounting, assist in essential month-end close processes including consolidated reporting
• Manage headcount by coordinating with People & Culture and monitoring progress against hiring plans
• Drive continuous improvement in modelling and forecasting through automation, refine assumptions and logic, develop robust reporting processes, and assist in documenting critical workflows

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ARE WE LOOKING FOR?  

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 3+ years of applicable FP&A experience.
• Team player with ability to build organizational relationships and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels.
• Experience working accurately and efficiently with high volumes of data under strict deadlines. Able to build financial models from scratch.
• Experience creating budget and forecasts using mainstream accounting software or financially-integrated systems such as Adaptive Insights, NetSuite, SAP, etc.
• Deep understanding of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement).
• Critical thinker and strong problem solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to frame issues, articulate findings and present optimal solutions and options.
• Experience training and supporting a junior member of the team.
• Proficient with PowerPoint, BI tools and financial management/budgeting applications. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must.
• Must be comfortable with changing requirements and priorities.

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We thrive on creativity and are committed to championing diversity. We’re dedicated to inclusiveness and provide all the resources and benefits you need to grow your career and reach your potential. We offer competitive compensation packages, professional development opportunities, and an entrepreneurial culture that makes working here not just fun, but also rewarding.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. A full DBS check on acceptance of offer. Kobalt is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

NYC Pay Transparency Law: The range provided is for NYC-based hires only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations other than NYC may differ based on the cost of labor in that location. Pay range: $88,000 - $110,000