Sr. Business and Financial Analyst

Overview

This role is with the organization’s Smart Infrastructure (SI) team, supporting financial management across a network of factories. Reporting to the Electrical Products Finance Operations Manager of Governance and Performance Controller, the successful candidate partners closely with Finance leadership and operations stakeholders while owning and improving financial accuracy of books and records, planning and controlling, KPI achievement measurement, and improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance controlling, governance, and financial oversight for key operational and corporate initiatives, including:
  • Balance Sheet ownership
  • UBC process and controls
  • WIP and inventory process, forecasting, and controls
  • Internal controls for FIN OPS
  • P&L structure owner support
  • Additional strategic initiatives as assigned
• Partner proactively with factory leadership, operations teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate business performance, identify risks and opportunities, and drive corrective actions
• Develop and deliver management presentations, business reviews, and decision proposals to support executive decision-making
• Independently analyze complex business, organizational, process, and system-related topics, translating findings into actionable recommendations and measurable improvement initiatives
• Serve as subject matter expert for assigned areas of responsibility, providing guidance, governance, and best practices
• Drive continuous enhancement of reporting, analytics, and business intelligence tools to improve transparency, standardization, and productivity
• Perform regular and ad hoc analysis of business performance against targets; identify trends, risks, anomalies, and improvement opportunities
• Facilitate constructive performance discussions with factories and key stakeholders to ensure accountability and achievement of business objectives
• Provide qualified backup support across the EP NA Finance Operations Governance and Performance Controlling organization to ensure continuity of critical processes and deliverables
• Support special projects, strategic initiatives, and other business requirements as needed

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years’ experience in Finance, preferably in a manufacturing plant environment
• 8+ years’ experience in Finance, preferably in a manufacturing plant environment
• Strong in-depth knowledge of SAP (FI/CO) and digitalization/automation tools (Tableau, Snowflake, etc.)
• Strong networking, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Project management skills and experience; change management experience
• Solution-oriented thinking with ability to practically apply methodical approaches to overcome business challenges
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and in-depth know-how of large and complex manufacturing environments
• Comprehensive SCM and manufacturing process understanding (beyond finance)

Compensation & Benefits

Job Level Disclosure
This position will be posted and hired at one of two job levels based on candidate qualifications and experience, and successful demonstration of the key responsibilities and knowledge outlined above.

• Level 7: Requires a minimum of 5+ years of applicable professional experience
  • Salary Range: $74,970-$128,520
• Level 6: Requires a minimum of 8+ years of applicable professional experience
  • Salary Range: $91,463-$156,794

The final level will be determined at the time of offer based on the selected candidate’s skills, experience, and overall alignment with the role.

Location

Based preferably at Peachtree Corners, GA or at one of the organization’s US plant locations. Remote work would also be considered.