Financial Manager

Why join us? 

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

GENERAL PURPOSE
The Financial Manager will be Involved in specialized finance-related activities in support of multiple projects, functions and/or business units and product lines. This individual will support various areas/departments of the organization. Prepares fundamental analyses and research to generate data for inclusion in financial forecasts and projections. Typically, assignments provide exposure to fundamental financial concepts, issues and activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collaborates with Management to provide strategic guidance and sound business decision support through proper financial analysis, collaboration and critical thinking.
• Conducts activities in accordance with GAAP and established MillerKnoll guidelines.
• Confers with leadership and internal business partners on unusual issues/situations and in identifying reporting requirements.
• Coordinates /oversees and liaisons with MillerKnoll finance, both domestic and international.
• Develops and implements work strategies to achieve desired results.
• Familiar with spending designations on capital and expense, understands depreciation/amortization rules, and has sound understanding of accruals.
• Influences business decisions by effectively forecasting, preparing and presenting financial forecasts.
• Leverages extensive internal/external contacts at all levels in the organization.
• May lead activities in support of multiple projects/ functions or major business units/product lines.
• May provide support on special projects as they arise, such as cost saving/revenue generating initiatives, insourcing/outsourcing decisions, and real estate strategy.
• Summarizes financial performance, identifies key performance indicators, and facilitates action plans to address significant risks and opportunities.
• Will partner to enterprise leadership team for forecasting and planning for operational expense.
• Works with cross-functional areas to identify and implement continuous process improvements.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.. 
• 6+ years of experience in professional finance position.

Skills and Abilities

• Fundamental knowledge and expertise in finance area of specialty resulting in the confidence to advise, influence and partner with various groups to affect change, guide business decisions and identify reporting needs.
• Must have well developed interpersonal, communication skills and facilitation skills.
• Necessary skills to analyze problems and generate new ideas and solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, define, and resolve complex problems/projects/programs as well as the ability to identify trends and issues.
• Proven ability to accomplish desired objectives / outcomes by influencing individuals at all levels, including internal and external management.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and implement policy and procedures in key areas.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with cross-functional teams and manage projects.
• Demonstrated ability to use office automation, communication, software and tools currently used in the Herman Miller office environment including a thorough understanding of financial software, Herman Miller information systems, data warehouse and ability to use Business Intelligence tools.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Excel is a must (comfortable with v-lookup functions, pivot tables, etc.).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at  careers_help@millerknoll.com.