Director, Corporate Finance - OFI

Chicago, IL 60602

About the Job

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Vice President Finance North America, the Finance Director will play a vital role in accurate financial reporting, consolidation, and supporting strategic decision making within ofi.

Position Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Consolidation:
- Responsible for all corporate controller activities including P&L, balance sheet
- Consolidate financial data from various business units
Financial Planning, Reporting, and Analysis:
- Managing Budgets vs. actuals
- Develop and analyze annual budgets, identifying variances and recommending adjustments.
- Conduct forecasting to guide financial decisions.
- Prepare comprehensive reports on plant and product performance.
Collaboration and Support:
- Partner to align financial strategies with business goal and provide financial insights to drive operational efficiency.
Month-End Closing:
- Lead month-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.
Risk and Compliance:
- Monitor financial risks and compliance with regulations.
- Implement internal controls to mitigate risks.
Banking Relationships:
- Managing relationships with banks including supplier financing, loans management
Audit Activities:
- Coordinate internal and external audits.
- Address audit findings and implement corrective actions.
Responsible for Accounts Payable
- Manage AP/AR team
Lead acquisition from accounting perspective and onboarding new entities
Intercompany transaction and processes
Additional duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or directly related field is required. CPA preferred or MBA is preferred.
Ten (10) years of experience in accounting and finance required. Experience in Manufacturing industries preferred.
Strong working knowledge of IFRS and GAAP required
Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to work effectively in a matrix organization required.
Advanced knowledge of Excel is required
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within diverse teams
Insurance and treasury experience preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills required
Experience with SAP preferred.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Source : OFI