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ASR Group/Domino Sugar Senior Finance Manager in Arabi, Louisiana

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

OVERVIEW

The Senior Finance Manager will be the “Financial Steward” of the plants, leading the plant accounting function covering two crucial plants – Chalmette and Yonkers. This individual will provide financial expertise and independent challenge to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness, reduce costs, and support product development activities.

This is an ideal role for an ambitious and motivated finance professional who wishes to deepen their understanding of manufacturing, while contributing to a leading global business. As a strong believer in personal development, ASR has previously sponsored employees at this level to complete certifications in Lean Six Sigma, Anaplan (Business Planning software) and for top performers, MBAs.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervise and develop/train the operational finance team to be effective business partners with the plant leadership team.

  • Ensure that the teams complete month end close accurately and on a timely basis.

  • Support ASR’s annual budget process, to include detailed evaluation of all budget plans, budget compilation, and final presentation.

  • Create and deliver professional presentations to senior leadership.

  • Drive continuous process improvement within Finance and across all ASR processes.

  • Use critical thinking and analysis to drive and lead change across all aspects of ASR’s business – particularly in operations, but also supply chain, sales, marketing, and other functions as needed.

  • Extract insights from data and effectively use images, charts, and conceptual frameworks to synthesize that data.

  • Develop actionable recommendations.

  • Collaborate with ASR colleagues across functions and regions in implementing solutions.

    WORK EXPERIENCES

  • 6+ years’ total professional experience preferred; with 2+ years’ experience at a reputable professional services firm working in an advisory service (e.g., Transactions, Restructuring, Valuation or Deal Advisory types of services or as Management Consultant)

  • CPA or overseas Chartered Accountant

  • Experience supporting and analyzing performance of manufacturing & distribution operations is a plus.

    EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • B.A. or B.S. required; strong academic record required; relevant course work in Accounting, Corporate Finance, and the Sciences preferred

  • 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.

    LOCATION OF ROLE

  • Chalmette, LA

  • Relocation possible when opportunities of greater responsibility arise

  • Some travel to other sites (no more than 20% of time)

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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