Role Summary
Finance Manager-GS Human Resources provides financial leadership to the Global Human Resources function. You will partner with HR leadership to drive budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and decision-making to optimize resource allocation and support HR strategies. The role is based in New Brunswick, NJ or Bogota, Colombia.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with HR leadership to develop annual operating budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
- Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and scenario modeling, to support HR initiatives and programs.
- Provide insights and recommendations to optimize HR spending and resource allocation.
- Serve as a trusted financial advisor to HR leaders, providing guidance on financial matters, budget management, and cost control.
- Collaborate closely with HR teams to understand their financial needs, align goals, and develop financial strategies that support HR objectives.
- Act as a liaison between Finance and HR, facilitating effective communication and ensuring financial information is accurately shared and understood.
- Participate in HR related projects and initiatives, providing financial insights and recommendations to support decision making.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Digital HR, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Learning and Development, to align financial strategies with broader HR strategies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with HR leaders, Finance teams, and other relevant partners.
- Proactively engage with HR teams to understand their evolving needs and challenges, providing financial solutions and support.
- Communicate financial information effectively to non-financial partners, ensuring clarity and facilitating informed decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus.
- 6+ years experience in finance or accounting
- Solid understanding of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Experience in finance business partnering or financial support for HR functions is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide useful insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with partners at all levels.
- Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., ERP systems, Excel, financial modeling tools).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment and manage several priorities.
- Strong eye for business and ability to understand HR strategies and their financial implications.
Skills
- Budget Management
- Coaching
- Execution Focus
- Expense Controls
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Competence
- Financial Forecasting
- Financial Reports
- Financial Risk Management (FRM)
- Financial Trends
- Internal Controls
- Process Improvements
- Risk Management
- Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
- Strategic Thinking
- Technical Credibility
- Training People
- Vendor Management
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) are a plus.