Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

Perks of working with us!

• Competitive health + wellness benefit plan
• Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!
• Recharge with 15 days of paid time off
• Competitive Salary and Bonuses
• 401k Plan

Job Description

• You will lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, ensuring the effective implementation and support of SAP FICO modules.
• You will foster a collaborative environment, encouraging continuous learning and development within the finance team.
• You will be responsible for Hands-On SAP FICO Expertise and Implementation:
  
  • Actively participate in the design, configuration, and optimization of SAP FICO processes, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, and Controlling.
  • Provide hands-on support for troubleshooting and resolving complex SAP FICO issues, ensuring minimal disruption to financial operations.
  • Work closely with other functional areas such as SD, MM, and PP to ensure seamless integration of financial data across the organization.
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data within SAP, driving continuous improvement and best practices.
• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Financial Integration:
  
  • Lead financial due diligence and integration efforts for M&A activities, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with corporate financial systems.
  • Develop and execute integration plans, including financial data migration, process harmonization, and system consolidation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the financial impact of acquisitions and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
• Vendor Management and IT Support:
  
  • Manage relationships with external vendors providing IT support for SAP FICO and related systems.
  • Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance management to ensure high-quality IT support services.
  • Coordinate with vendors to implement system upgrades, troubleshoot issues, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Stakeholder Management and Communication:
  
  • Act as the primary point of contact for finance-related inquiries and issues, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align finance processes with strategic business goals.
  • Engage with reporting teams to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, compliance, and analysis.
• System Integration and Enhancements:
  
  • Identify opportunities for system enhancements and drive continuous improvement initiatives within SAP FICO.
  • Oversee the implementation of system upgrades, patches, and new functionalities, ensuring minimal disruption to financial operations.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate policies within all financial processes.
• Reporting and Analytics:
  
  • Work closely with the reporting and analytics teams to provide accurate and actionable financial insights.
  • Ensure that financial reports are generated in a timely manner, with a focus on accuracy, relevance, and alignment with business objectives.
  • Support the development of dashboards and other reporting tools to enhance financial visibility across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in SAP FICO and financial management roles.
• Proven experience in mergers and acquisitions, including financial due diligence and integration.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing finance teams.
• Comprehensive hands-on knowledge of SAP FICO modules, including integration with other SAP modules.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and IT support services.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SAP ECC6.0 and its financial functionalities.
• Familiarity with global financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [redacted]