Brenntag · 1 hour ago
Senior Finance Manager
Wayne, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expBrenntag is seeking a highly skilled and driven Senior Finance Manager to join their North America finance team. This leadership role will oversee financial operations, strengthen business controls, and manage strategic relationships with their shared services center in Costa Rica.
ChemicalLogisticsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with reporting requirements
Design, implement, and oversee robust business controls and compliance frameworks to support organizational objectives
Manage and coordinate internal audit activities, ensuring effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and audit teams
Coordinate and manage external audit processes, acting as the primary point of contact to ensure a smooth and efficient audit cycle
Provide technical accounting expertise, ensuring all financial statements and disclosures comply with IFRS standards
Oversee process management and continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with our shared services center in Costa Rica, ensuring seamless integration, operational efficiency, and consistent quality
Build and maintain strong relationships with the Costa Rica shared services team, providing oversight, guidance, and support to drive alignment and high performance
Proactively identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies across finance operations
Support and partner with business leaders to drive data-informed decision-making and strategic financial planning
Mentor and develop junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Deep understanding and practical application of IFRS
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 3 years in a managerial or senior leadership role
Proven experience managing audits (internal and external) and leading month-end close processes
Experience working with shared services or offshore centers, including process oversight and relationship management
Strong analytical and data-driven mindset; ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving environment
Lead quarterly balance sheet analytical reviews and insure compliance with policies
Preferred
CPA and/or MBA preferred
Experience in multinational or large corporate environments
Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced financial analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Qlik, OneStream, Ceridian Dayforce, Service Now)
Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects and driving operational excellence initiatives
Advanced excel skills
Benefits
Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
Paid parental leave
Education assistance program
Employee assistance program
Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)
Company
Brenntag
Brenntag is a suppiler of chemical distribution, covers with its extensive product and services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2010-03-29IPO
2006-07-25Acquired
Leadership Team
Asim Syed
Sr. Director, Food R&D, Americas
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