Senior Finance Manager

ESA - Electronic Security Association

. Lead monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning for corporate functions and enterprise processes .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeGolden Valley • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $148,443 - $221,457 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, while effectively communicating insights to senior leadership. Proven ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and manage complex financial initiatives.

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Financial Planning And AnalysisBudgeting And ForecastingExecutive CommunicationTeam Leadership And DevelopmentProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingVariance AnalysisOperating Expense AnalysisCost Center ManagementFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCollaborationProblem-SolvingCuriosity And MotivationResults-Oriented Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointEnterprise Financial Planning SystemsGL Account Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Corporate FinanceExecutive PartnershipFinancial PerformanceTransformation ProjectsCross-Functional Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning for corporate functions and enterprise processes
Own company-wide consolidated operating expense analysis and reporting
Partner with commercial and operations finance teams to develop operating expense results and forecast narratives
Advise functional leaders on budgets, spending priorities, financial performance, risks, and opportunities
Prepare executive-level analyses, presentations, and reporting for senior leadership and the Board of Directors
Analyze financial results, develop variance explanations, and translate performance drivers into actionable insights
Provide financial leadership for restructurings, spin-offs, and other enterprise transformation projects
Oversee headcount planning, contractor spend, purchase orders, and corporate cost center management
Drive process improvement, automation, reporting enhancements, and dashboard development
Lead, coach, and develop a small team of financial analysts

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years in financial planning and analysis, including leading budgeting and forecasting processes, financial modeling, and executive partnership
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Experience using enterprise financial planning and reporting, cost center, and GL account management systems
Ability to lead, coach, and develop financial analysts
Ability to work across levels, from detailed financial analysis and issue resolution to synthesizing insights and communicating with senior leadership
Strong analytical skills connecting financial results to business drivers and providing actionable recommendations
Ability to identify issues quickly, collaborate across teams, develop practical solutions, and drive timely resolution
Experience on a corporate finance team responsible for consolidated company results
Curiosity and motivation to explore and apply AI tools to improve processes and financial analysis/reporting
Ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders
Strong executive communication and presentation skills
Continuous improvement mindset with success improving processes, automating reporting, and enhancing financial visibility
Self-motivated, results-oriented leadership style with sound judgment, ownership, and timely decision-making
This position is not eligible for US visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus of up to 15% of annual base salary, contingent upon individual and company performance
Life insurance
Health insurance
Life assistance program
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Disability insurance
401k Plan
Vacation and holidays