Senior Manager, Finance - Product Strategy

Req ID: 11018

Remote Opportunities: Remote

We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come… for our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications.

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic finance leader to support our Electronics Products and Engineering teams within our Acuity Brands Lighting segment. This experienced finance professional will be a strategic financial thought partner to the Electronics leadership team, will translate financial results into actionable insights, and will be the primary connection point for finance to the supported groups. Responsibilities include: partnering in the strategic planning process for Electronics, advising on capital allocation, developing options for funding strategic initiatives, evaluating investment opportunities, interpreting and communicating financial results, and driving process improvements and productivity (financial and non-financial).

This is a hybrid position in Atlanta, GA with opportunities for on-site collaboration across our Electronics footprint.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Interpret and communicate concise financial results with actionable insights to close current gaps and improve future results.
Develop, present, and advise on financial modeling to enable execution of strategic initiatives.
Provide business insights and guidance to the annual planning process and three-year goals for Sales, Commissions, Operating Expenses, and Capital investments.
Drive cross-matrix relationships and projects to help execute strategic priorities.
Guide operational finance team to deliver insightful reporting and analysis to help guide the business.
Develop and support executive summaries and presentations, including BOD materials.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent in (Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Etc)
6 to 8 years in finance
Actively strives to build strong partnership with business leaders
Ability to lead and influence (directly or indirectly) to achieve results
Ability to work with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations
Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it
Provides practical solutions to problems; participates in and leads various discussions/meetings to mitigate issues
Ability to communicate clearly across multiple channels of communication (verbal, email, PowerPoint presentations).
Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Advanced Technical Skills (Excel, PPT, PowerBI, Oracle/ OneStream or other ERP experience)
Strong understanding of US GAAP

Preferred Skills and Experience

MBA or CPA preferred
Manufacturing Industry
Product Development and SaaS preferred work experiences

Travel Requirements

Domestic and/or International 25-50%

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The range for this position is $100,700.00 to $181,200.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. For a list of our benefits, click here