Chief Financial Strategist

Michael Page Colombia is a world leader in manufacturing specializing in high-quality writing instruments and accessories. About Our Company

A leading player in the industry, we are seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Strategist to lead our financial planning & budgeting process for multiple departments and business units, ensuring alignment with overall corporate objectives and strategies. As a key member of our leadership team, you will develop and maintain financial forecasts, regularly updating key stakeholders on any significant variances to plan or prior forecasts. This role is critical in driving business growth and success.

Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented finance professional with a strong analytical mindset and experience in financial forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Leading the annual budgeting process and developing financial forecasts
• Collaborating with department heads to gather and challenge assumptions, and validate financial targets and metrics
• Preparing and presenting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs), variances, and trends
• Analyzing cost drivers, pricing, and margin performance across global markets and product lines, providing recommendations for improvement
• Supporting the development of financial models and business cases for strategic projects and investments
• Conducting scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of various business decisions and external factors on financial outcomes
• Identifying opportunities for improving financial planning, reporting processes, and data accuracy

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you should have a strong background in finance, including financial forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. You should also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership and operational teams. Additionally, you should have a keen analytical mind, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights. We offer an excellent salary package, including a competitive base salary of COP 250,000,000 per annum, plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.

About Us:

At Michael Page Colombia, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities for career growth and development. We are committed to attracting and retaining top talent, and offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual who is passionate about finance and business, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.