In this position, the Project Leader of Finance will be expected to provide total financial leadership, direction and analysis to the functional management teams supporting our Merchants.  Areas of focus will include: PLRs, cost justification analysis, rebate and other strategic projects to support the business. This position will play a key role in driving functional financial metrics, managing expenses, and will work closely with leadership in order to achieve business goals and create shareholder value.MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Strategic Analysis/Problem Solving - Works to fully understand business; identify and implement process and organizational improvements.
• Plans and ensures execution of department objectives. Participates in preparation of the annual budget, reviews monthly expenditures and ensures that budgetary goals are met.
• Reviews monthly metrics to ensure goals are met.
• Conduct financial planning for function and make appropriate recommendations.
• Leads, plans, and coordinates work teams in an efficient manner to effectively perform any financial function and activity; utilizes metrics to track performance and manage workload. Ensures operational processes and procedures are compliant and consist with established policies.
• Drive key functional financial metrics.
• Project Management- Develops and supports a strategic alliance with business partners.
• Participates in cross-functional activities focused on solving business issues and enhancing our competitive advantage
  NATURE AND SCOPE
  Reports to Sr Manager level
  This role has no direct reports.
  
  ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
  Environment:
  Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
  Travel:
  Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.