What you will do:
we are hiring a lead financial analyst in our business center. This individual works in the fra department amongst a team of other analysts, supporting the monthly reporting and analysis process, weekly forecast, financial quarterly forecasts, annual budgeting and outlook process. S/he will provide support including preparing the input to financial presentations, analysis and other projects requested. This function acts as the analytical engine of the company to provide insights and support ‘optimal’ business decision making.
the financial reporting and analysis lead financial analyst function reports into coe americas, global operations group and works closely with senior director finance gisc of global products in johnson controls.
how will you do it:
* develop, standardize and automate business focused financial and performance reports using reporting tools.
* provide weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and analysis of financial and performance kpi’s including p&l, balance sheet and cash flow.
* analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including areas of, manufacturing conversion costs, cost of sales, expenses, and capital expenditures.
* monitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variance, providing insights and decision-making support to the business.
* implement and work with business intelligence tools and dashboard reports and provide real time ad-hoc analysis.
* compile financial information for business reviews. (monthly actuals, annual budget, quarterly forecasts, etc)
* assist in preparation and loading of forecasts on weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
* assist with the completion of annual financial plans (including p&l, balance sheet, cash flow, twc and capex), budgets and forecasts as required.
* prepare month end financial variance reports related to plant performance costs (actuals vs. Forecast/budget).
* prepare operational financial reports related to productivity, copq, inventories adjustments and warranties.
* prepare financial journal entries records, accruals, and allocations for global operations departments.
* operate within established finance procedures and ensure adequate internal controls are maintained.
* give financial support on specific cost initiatives / projects for global operations.
* document risks and escalate to management.
* prompt response to all information requests.
* achieve deadlines set by leadership and the business and proactively monitor and raise instances where deadlines cannot be met in a timely fashion.
what we look for:
* bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
* +5 experience years in financial planning and analysis or equivalent experience in accounting/finance.
* strong customer and business orientation and desire to develop business acumen.
* advanced microsoft excel and powerpoint skills. Hyperion enterprise knowledge. One stream knowledge.
* highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized.
* ability to think creatively, highly-driven and self-motivated.
* demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on management capacity.
* strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to influence across the organization and work in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment.
* fluent in english.
“johnson controls does not request pregnancy or hiv testing as a requirement for admission, permanence or promotion.”
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