Finance Manager
MarketSource, an Allegis Group company, delivers integrated sales solutions by hiring, training and managing industry-specific professionals that are empowered to create extraordinary customer experiences for many of the world’s most iconic brands. We design and execute sales and training solutions for small and large companies in the B2B and retail space. MarketSource is headquartered in Alpharetta, GA.
Summary
The Finance Manager will oversee the Financial Operations team and analyze and support Finance, Operations, and Sales at MarketSource. This position will be a combination of functional, management, and strategic work supporting MarketSource overall business and overall company strategy and goals. A fit with the company values is imperative for the Finance Manager as this position acts as a leadership example in support of company values. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, act in a manner serving others, and develop strong relationships through open communication.
Essential Job Functions:
Provides leadership, development and coaching to Financial Operations Group which includes supervising Lead Financial Analysts and Financial Analysts in the successful performance of monthly activities including assisting with month end close, reporting, P&L analysis and forecasting
Coordinates the preparation of budgets, rolling forecasts, financial reports and variance explanations for respective programs.
Identifies potential hires and determines staffing needs and capabilities through succession planning activities
Provides business counsel to Program Managers, Client Services Directors, and Sales including discussion of P&L risks and opportunities
Partners with Sales, Delivery and Practice Leads to review new business opportunities and create pricing proposals for prospects in Sales pipeline
Reviews terms and conditions in contractual documents including, but not limited to, Services Agreements, Statements of Work, Letters of Intent, Nondisclosure Agreements and facilitate drafting and proposing language for these documents to eliminate and/or mitigate company risks (legal risks, financial risks, etc.).
Partner with Legal and Sales in negotiating terms and conditions with clients
Performs reviews of Financial Reporting Packages to ensure accuracy and relevance and works with Operational Leadership to improve/develop new reporting
Monitors risk and internal controls for Finance Operations Department and Company
Assist with escalated Accounts Receivable issues
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel
Ability to successfully organize and manage multiple projects
Ability to effectively communicate with various audiences
Ability to make decisions utilizing proper analytical tools
Problem solving skills to complete complex tasks on time
Negotiation Skills
Excellent time management and organizational abilities
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain relationships
Ability to expand business knowledge beyond core responsibilities
Customer service attitude and consultative approach are critical for success in this role
Job Requirements:
Bachelor Degree in Business or relevant work experience
5-7 years’ of relevant experience with 3-4 years of management experience
Previous supervisory experience, preferably advising and directing the work of Financial Ops Team
Experience and proficiency operating as a financial and collaborative partner with executive level, field staff and external clients