Finance Manager - Hybrid - PAC Panasonic Avionics Corporation

Who We Are:

Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!       

How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more.  If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero and for a full listing of open job opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/     

The Position:

The Finance Business Partner will manage and guide business units in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), cost control, month end close and also supporting the regions on all financial activities.

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Responsible for preparing annual Business Plans, maintaining annual forecast and fixed expense targets for the Business Unit (BU).
• Prepare actual vs forecast analysis as part of the month end close.
• Partnering with Accounting team to ensure that the financial statements are accurate and compliant with accounting standards. 
• Prepare and present monthly financial performance results to leadership.
• Working closely with BU leadership and Financial leadership in developing product pricing strategy, short term and mid-term financial planning and P&L management.

Financial Management

• Serve as advisor to the BU and sales leadership on financial activities.
• Advisor to BU & Sales leaders on commercial activities including business proposals, contract negotiations, pricing, discounts, etc.,
• Support the BU and Corporate on new projects and business case activities.
• Financial analysis on investment activities and provide recommendations.
• Identify and manage financial risk with recommendations to mitigate the risk

Other Duties

• Supporting the organization on key strategic initiatives.
• Identifying opportunities to drive sales growth, profitability and cost efficiencies.
• PR approvals, Change request approvals, reserve calculations contract support.
• Provide ad-hoc support to management as needed.

The salary range of $98,000 – $165,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. 

What we're looking for:

• Bachelors Degree in Finance or equivalent.
• 8+ years required in financial analysis or accounting.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Financial certification preferred.
• Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP
• Proficient knowledge in EPM, MS Office.
• Strong Financial modelling experience. 
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with both finance and non-finance teams
• Ability to deal with complex problems and possess strong independent problem-solving skills.
• Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).

• At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.  
• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.  
• Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.   
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1. 
• Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program. 
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.