Senior Manager

Date Posted:

2025-02-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

OT541: TFP - Florence, SC 1500 Otis Way, Florence, SC, 29501 USA

Moving people. Shaping the future. At Otis, we take pride in leading the industry we founded, and there's never been a better time to join our team. We are the leader in elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. We're seeking a EHS Specialist, Strategic Customers, who is ready to help us deliver on our commitments today, plan our strategy for the future and leave their fingerprints on the organization for years to come.

The Senior Manager, FP&A will be part of Otis’ North Americas Operations Finance department, supporting New Equipment operations within the cost accounting and FP&A functions. This role is directly involved in monthly and quarterly reporting, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration with factory and field operations to deliver valuable business insights. Reporting to the Sr. Director, North Americas Operations Finance, the Senior Manager will play a key role in financial planning, analysis, and operational support. This position provides a strong foundation for career growth at Otis by offering exposure to multiple finance and operations departments.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support monthly and quarterly financial reporting and forecasting processes.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and product profitability to provide key insights.
• Conduct detailed product cost and margin analysis to understand cost drivers and profitability, including benefits from supply chain and engineering cost reduction activities.
• Develop and refine wall-to-wall margin reporting, considering changes in product mix and cost structures.
• Partner with engineering and other functions on capital investment business cases, new product development, changes, summarizing financial and operational benefits
• Assess the impact of product mix changes on overall margins and identify opportunities for margin improvement.
• Monitor and report key financial metrics, trends, and operational performance drivers.
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial models to support decision-making.
• Prepare financial presentations and reports for senior leadership.
• Support internal audits, compliance reviews, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiencies and optimize costs.
• Assist in standardizing financial processes and reporting across the operations function.
• Participate in ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience in cost accounting, FP&A, or manufacturing finance.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Attention to Detail: Strong accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
• Communication Skills: Ability to present financial data clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Ability: A proactive approach to identifying and addressing business challenges.
• Collaboration & Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment.
• Commitment & Drive: A high level of dedication to continuous learning and professional growth within Otis.
• "Can do', positive attitude
• Strong PC skills including advanced knowledge of Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), JD Edwards, Smart View, and QlikView preferred
• Advanced skills in Excel (Pivot tables, vLookups) and Access

Otis is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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