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ASR Group

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Banking & Finance
  • Baltimore

AI generated summary

  • You need 4+ years of finance/accounting experience, CPA or CMA certification, and a Bachelor’s degree. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. A proactive, data-driven, and collaborative approach is a must for success.
  • You will assist in financial closing, reporting, analysis, and decision-making processes to improve company EBITDA and support plant operations.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in Finance and Accounting
  • OR Licensed CPA with 2+ years public accounting experience
  • OR CMA with 4+ years cost accounting experience
  • EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Individuals with an associate degree would be considered if they have strong work experience in cost accounting, Information Technology and /or financial closing.
  • MBA or Advanced degrees preferred as well as a CPA (non-public accounting certification) or CMA.
  • ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
  • Data Sleuth – approaches problems with an unbiased, objective, and data-first approach.
  • Effective Communication - communicating with stakeholders at all levels of seniority.
  • Highly analytical - ability to draw insights from large data sets.
  • Continuous Improvement – Establishes methods and utilizes specialized techniques to monitor and improve performance of systems and processes.
  • Problem-Solving – Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner.
  • Grit, strong roll up your sleeves work ethic and rebound from setbacks.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration – Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a problem solving and analytical resource for the Finance Manager, Plant Manager, and plant leadership team.
  • Execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing and reporting processes including month end accruals, purchase orders outstanding analysis, balance sheet reconciliations and presentation slides.
  • Will learn to use the SAP ERP, Financial Planning, and Procure to Pay software systems.
  • Create the weekly metrics, support the Capital Asset and Approval for Expenditure process and the annual budget and business planning process.
  • Understand the manufacturing process and economics of the plant.
  • Assist the Finance Manager and plant leadership teams to improve EBITDA of the company.

FAQs

What are the educational requirements for the Assistant Finance Manager position?

The educational requirement for the Assistant Finance Manager position is a Bachelor's degree. Individuals with an associate degree will also be considered if they have strong work experience in cost accounting, Information Technology, and/or financial closing. An MBA or advanced degrees are preferred, as well as a CPA (non-public accounting certification) or CMA.

What are some essential capabilities needed for the Assistant Finance Manager role?

Some essential capabilities for the Assistant Finance Manager role include being a data sleuth who approaches problems with an unbiased, objective, and data-first approach, effective communication skills, high analytical abilities to draw insights from large data sets, continuous improvement mindset, problem-solving skills, grit, strong work ethic, and ability to rebound from setbacks, as well as teamwork and collaboration skills.

What are some of the key responsibilities of the Assistant Finance Manager?

Some key responsibilities of the Assistant Finance Manager include serving as a problem-solving and analytical resource for the Finance Manager, executing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing and reporting processes, creating weekly metrics, supporting the Capital Asset and Approval for Expenditure process, understanding the manufacturing process and economics of the plant, and assisting in improving EBITDA of the company.

What work experiences are required for the Assistant Finance Manager position?

A minimum of 4 years of experience in Finance and Accounting is required for the Assistant Finance Manager position. Alternatively, a licensed CPA with 2+ years of public accounting experience or a CMA with 4+ years of cost accounting experience would also be considered.

Where is the location of the Assistant Finance Manager role?

The Assistant Finance Manager role is located in Baltimore, MD, with relocation possible when opportunities of greater responsibility arise. Some travel to other sites may be required, but not more than 10% of the time.

ASR Group

World’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

ASR Group is a leading global sugar company that specialises in the production, refining, and distribution of sugar and sweeteners. The company operates sugar mills, refineries, and packaging facilities across various regions, providing a wide range of sugar products to consumers, food and beverage manufacturers, and industrial customers. ASR Group's ultimate mission is to be the world's premier sugar and sweetener company, delivering high-quality products and solutions that meet the diverse needs of their customers while maintaining a focus on sustainability and responsible sourcing. Their purpose is to sweeten the world by providing sweetening solutions that enhance the taste and enjoyment of food and beverages for people around the globe. ASR Group is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental responsibility, contributing to the communities where they operate, and continuing to be a reliable and valued partner in the global sugar industry.