Job Description

Why Valmont
 

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

A Brief Summary of This Position:                                                                                                                                                     

This role is responsible for managing the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes for the Global Operations and Supply Chain function. This role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure operational efficiency, align financial strategies with business goals, and drive data-driven decision-making. This position supports FP&A processes and operations, works with a variety of teams, and provides strategic insights to executive leadership.  This position reports to the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis – Global Operations and Supply Chain.

Essential Functions:

• Operations Financial Leadership: Support the execution of the global operations finance strategy through data analytics and performance tracking. Specifically:
  • Assist in the creation of budget and forecast templates tied to operational KPIs
  • Build dashboards to track progress of sourcing cost savings and direct material trends
  • Manages capital project ROI modeling and payback period analyses
  • Provide inventory analytics to support reduction strategies and supplier performance reviews. 
  • Manages projects to reduce inventory and costs on a select basis
  • Analyze lead times, ERP planning data, and production scheduling impacts on costs and service
  • Prepare reports on space utilization and fixed cost leverage metrics
  • Track overhead trends and benchmark against volume and throughput
  • Prepare forecast accuracy analyses and help improve planning accuracy
  • Contribute ideas and tools that automate or improve the quality of operations finance processes
• Financial Planning and Reporting:
  • Build and maintain automated dashboards and reporting packages using Databricks Power BI, and OneStream
  • Support monthly close, variance analysis, and rolling forecast processes
  • Translate large datasets into business insights and actionable recommendations
• Operational Efficiency:
  • Identify opportunities to automate recurring analysis and streamline reporting cycles
  • Track performance metrics including inventory turns, COGS, and logistics costs
  • Support operations finance projects with deep-dive financial and operational analytics
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with procurement, logistics, and manufacturing teams to align data and KPIs
  • Act as a data resource to other finance and operations leaders, enabling fact-based decisions
• Leadership and Team Development:
  • Manage through influence – work closely with business analysts and stakeholders across departments
  • Contribute to the development of a data-driven culture within the global finance team
• Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Maintain strong data governance and ensure compliance with internal controls
  • Support SOX documentation, audit requirements, and policy adherence related to operational finance
• This role requires up to 25% travel internationally and domestically.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate:

 Preferred Bachelors of Finance, Accounting, FinTech, Economics or related field with 6+ years relevant experience or Associates Degree with 8+ years relevant experience or 10+ years of relevant experience.

• 5+ years in a financial or cost accounting role supporting Operations in a multi plant environment.  Exposure to both repetitive and job cost environment.  Preferably in a global business environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Refined budgeting skills – ability to create detailed files and then summarize that data so it can be presented
• Ability to successfully navigate, prioritize and solve problems in ambiguous circumstances
• Desire and ability to take ownership of tasks and work autonomously while part of a matrixed team
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Databricks and Power BI
• Technical curiosity: experience in data analytics and presentation tools; ability to remain current on analysis tools and trends to drive competitive advantage.
• Advanced financial modeling skills: demonstrated ability to create pro forma or forecasted Income Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow Statements
• Understanding of macroeconomics factors: how foreign currency and commodities (steel, zinc, etc.) impact financial performance and ability to incorporate this understanding into financial modeling
• Working knowledge of valuation and project evaluation techniques such as discounted cash flow analysis, internal rate of return, net present value, return on invested capital, and weighted average cost of capital
• Creative “out of the box” thinker who can translate strategies into concrete tactical plans
• High level judgment and decision-making skills
• Demonstrates a team mentality with a willingness to do what is necessary for the greater good of the company
• Influence: Self-motivated with an ability to motivate other employees into action; able to collaborate and influence across all levels of an organization
• Executive Presence: demonstrated experience collaborating with and making presentations and recommendations to C-level executives
• Strong organizational skills: history of balancing competing priorities with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage time-sensitive projects

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• An MBA and/or advanced analytics degree
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent
• Experience building or leveraging machine learning models or use of artificial intelligence analysis
• Proficiency in OneStream/Hyperion/HFM tools
• Advanced experience with Power BI and/or other Power Platform or analytical tools
• Experience supporting global, matrixed organization
• Experience in manufacturing, infrastructure and/or supply chain industries

Other Important Details about the Role:

This position exercises autonomy while reporting in a matrixed environment (to both the functional and business teams). The ability and desire to navigate competing priorities and execute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is vital.  The candidate must demonstrate business acumen specifically to the teams they support while driving best practices in financial planning and analysis.  Individuals are expected to learn and utilize technological tools and resources to drive continuous improvement in our planning and forecasting processes. 

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.