Senior Finance Analyst

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

Position Summary:

The position will be responsible for the financial management of two manufacturing locations (Tecate and Monterrey), working collaboratively with ISC and non-ISC functions to support these plants. In addition, this role will provide decision support to Plant Managers and the Director of Operations. The individual in this role will work closely with the entire leadership teams for these sites on matters related to financial analysis, issue identification, forecasting and internal controls. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of supporting business partners, strong financial acumen with a focus on productivity, and exemplary communication skills.

More specific responsibilities include:

• Financial ownership for manufacturing locations with a focus on providing business decision support while supporting FP&A processes and internal controls.
• Ensure predictability of financial results by driving an effective AOP and quarterly forecasting process
• Lead the monthly review and analysis of the plant operating results, monthly forecast, and all other ad-hoc analytical requirements. Communicate all essential monthly findings to the respective Plant Manager, Finance Manager, and Director of Operations in advance of the Monthly Performance Review (MPR).
• The Finance Manager will be responsible to review and analyze operating results, and through his/her understanding of the results and identified risks and opportunities, recommend actions to the respective plant leadership team to improve overall operational and financial performance.
• He/she will work with the respective plant leadership teams to identify, review, select and implement productivity opportunities and programs.
• Act as a liaison between the plant operations and the business units (BU). Provide the BU with information related to plant performance that may impact current/future BU costs and margins.
• Closely align with the Central Operations team and other plants to drive improved and standardized global processes.
• The Finance Manager will look beyond the P&L and provide insight to the plant leadership teams on how to optimize inventory levels and review capital investments.
• Provide leadership, direction and support in establishing, maintaining and enforcing proper internal control policies and procedures
• Coordinate and monitor the remediation of all financial control issues identified by the Company’s internal and external auditors
• Work on any special projects as assigned by the ISC Leadership Team

Key Competencies & Other Skills:

• Strategic outlook with the ability to operate as a “change agent” willingness to challenge the status quo in order to enhance productivity, processes and procedures
• Communicates powerfully and persuasively using various styles that effectively address different needs and audiences
• Effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills capable of interacting with staff, peers and senior leadership
• Proven business partner – results oriented, resourceful, service driven professional
• Expert problem solver – Sorts through complex issues and makes sound recommendations
• Self-Confident – inspires confidence in others
• An impeccable sense of integrity and business ethics
• Cultural sensitivity
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Finance or Accounting on a Manufacturing Environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Certification / License: MBA or CPA a plus
• Prior experience in analyzing, forecasting, and planning a P&L
• Exposure to finance function activities in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Knowledge of US GAAP, reporting, corporate governance and other statutory requirements including Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
• This role involves travel on a regular basis

We're looking for someone with:

• Strong analytical skills, and an ability to understand the business drivers behind financial results.
• Customer-focused, with a strong interest in understanding the strategy and priorities of the business functions that they support.
• Solid understanding of key accounting and financial reporting concepts.
• Strong bias to get the job done, strategic outlook with the ability to operate as a “change agent” and to drive standardization. Willingness to challenge the status quo to enhance productivity, processes and procedures.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills capable of interacting with peers and senior leadership.
• An impeccable sense of integrity and business ethics.

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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.