Manager - Finance - Pittsburgh, United States - WESCO International

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    As a Manager - Finance, you will manage the financial activities and functions for a business segment, region or smaller off system business. You will ensure financial operations are in compliance with governmental rules and regulations. You will oversee the budget process and work with managers to produce and manage effective budgets, as well as act as an advisor to management on regulations and other matters that may impact the financial activities of the company.

    Responsibilities:
    • Provide support to managers in regard to financial reporting objectives and standards
    • Provide analytical and financial support to assigned business leader
    • Interface with business leaders and builds relationships in support of financial planning and performance measurement
    • Work with business to understand strategies, initiatives, priorities, and cost drivers
    • Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
    • Develop strategies to support business growth through negotiating new strategic partnerships as well as through growth of core business
    • Prepare financial reports and performs financial analysis
    • Ensure all budgets and forecasts are accurately entered and reconciled in financial systems
    • Lead financial preparation of forecasts, annual budget, and long- term strategic plan
    • Prepare schedules and analysis required for compliance activities including, external audits and quarterly reviews, annual state and local tax packages, and internal audits
    • Lead and motivates staff, promoting a collaborative working environment
    Qualifications:
    • Bachelors' Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related required; MBA preferred.
    • Licenses/Certificates/Designations - CPA or CMA preferred
    • 7 years required of progressive experience working within relevant finance role or related professional role
    • 3 years required of supervisory or leadership experience
    • Proven strategic planning experience at management level
    • Advanced in Microsoft Excel
    • Demonstrated creative and critical thinking skills
    • Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
    • Strong communication and presentation skills
    • Prior experience anticipating financial and operational issue
    • Ability to travel up to 25%
    Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Wesco") provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

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    About the Team

    At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

    Our company's greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across our workforce by embracing the unique perspectives, authenticity and individuality of more than 20,000 Wesco employees around the globe. Through our Business Resource Groups, comprehensive benefits plan and our community outreach initiatives, you can be a part of a welcoming work community who provides platforms for your success.

    Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today

    Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500 company.