Manager, Finance Revenue

Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE "HAYW") is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Hayward designs, manufactures, and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control and energy solutions at our company owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward also has facilities in Tennessee, Arizona, and Rhode Island as well as Canada, Spain, France, Australia, and China. This position is based in ­Charlotte, North Carolina.

As the Finance Manager of Revenue Growth Management, you will be a key contributor to the success of the Revenue Center of Excellence team, providing essential financial analysis, reporting, and insights to drive revenue growth; particularly focusing on customer allowances and rebates in the North America Business Unit. Working closely with the Director of Revenue and cross-functional teams, you will facilitate month-end closing processes, prepare deliverables for the Global FP&A process, and serve as the primary liaison for customer allowance and rebate-related matters across teams. Additionally, you will actively participate in forecasting, SKU rationalization initiatives, and process documentation efforts.

This role demands proficiency in financial analysis and big data mining, leveraging a variety of tools, along with a foundational understanding of customer contract interpretation. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, conveying complex financial concepts clearly and effectively. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is crucial, as you navigate ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and drive results that contribute to the organization's revenue growth objectives

• Own and manage the end-to-end customer allowance/rebate process in North America Business Unit; including but not limited to, documenting each individual customer program, performing calculations, managing payouts and forecasting rates and amounts.
• Own and maintain process documentation related to all allowance and rebates, including standard work of the Revenue COE team and deliverables calendar.
• Update and prepare rebate and allowance files in accordance with agreements, documenting changes as necessary.
• Responsible for conducting monthly detailed allowance analysis to identify volume, mix, and rate variances, comparing actual results to prior year, forecast, and annual budget.
• Collaborate with the Director of Revenue to prepare North American deliverables for the Global FP&A Process, contributing to budgets, sales forecasts, bridges, and monthly results deliverables.
• Coordinate with Sales Operations to gather insights on key revenue metrics (top customers, top products, out-the-door sales, etc.) and provide actionable recommendations to drive business results.
• Work closely with the Business Intelligence Center of Excellence team to develop and automate functionality around reports and defined KPI tracking for allowance and rebates.
• Support month-end closing processes by providing net sales reporting, data points, analysis, and dashboard updates.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and insights to enhance business performance and aid decision-making within global segments.
• Develop ad-hoc models to support customer growth strategies and business case opportunities.
• Support the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning process and monthly operations review as needed.

• Basic knowledge with the development and report creation in Power BI, Tableau
• Experienced in utilizing Microsoft 365, OneStream, Snowflake, and Tableau for financial analysis and reporting purposes.
• Demonstrates agility in learning new concepts and effectively navigating through ambiguous situations.
• Ability to synthesize Business Partner ideas into a financial viewpoint.
• Skilled in setting objectives that align with organizational goals and meeting internal customer demands.
• Possesses a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, with advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and advanced formulas.
• Demonstrate outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities while working with executive management and stakeholders, effectively conveying information, and building consensus.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Displays sound judgment and problem-solving skills, capable of interpreting financial data and resolving complex issues.
• Fosters innovation by approaching problems from a holistic perspective.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (advanced business degree preferred).
• 8+ years of relevant finance experience.
• Preferred background in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) or Manufacturing.

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