Finance Leader

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Located in Cwmbran, our Plant is the Center of Excellence for the Fire product line, a leading manufacturer and a global supplier of high-quality fire systems and devices.

We are seeking an experienced Finance Leader who has exposure working in a Manufacturing environment. This role requires you to attend the Cwmbran site 2 days per month.

• Finance leader responsibility for the Cwmbran, Mitcheldean and Leamington ledgers.
• Accurately maintain Financial books of record and utilize accounting information to manage the business and support sound business decisions.
• Deliver robust Financial forecasts/budgets driving the business to meet or exceed these targets.
• Support the Fire Product Manager and Plant Manager to establish and execute strategic initiatives, business improvement opportunities and cost efficiency projects to maximise key business performance measures, including revenue growth, EBT, cashflow and working capital efficiency.
• Understand E2E profitability for the fire business and increase focus on the global finance business performance as well as having responsibility for the local site P&L.
• Fully understand and be part of the manufacturing process, recommending lean improvements, leading GEMBA walks and deploying Eaton’s “Zero” approach to health and safety incidents.
• Drive the local management team in deploying the company’s strategic objectives, through providing accurate and relevant management information, sound financial and business advice and a strong commercial finance skill set. Implement a robust support / coaching environment to drive forecasted numbers in key business areas such as sales and operations.
• Proactively work with centralised finance team to ensure a smooth centralised Financial model through strong Business Partnering.
• Implementation of Eaton culture and values.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the Fire product strategy through providing key performance measures and strategic reports.
• Attend and provide financial input into local management meetings and other key meetings; including S&OP, PSI, and tollgates.
• Develop financial and commercial acumen of key individuals within the Ex-Innovations business to enhance local performance & risk management.
• Ensure adequacy of all internal controls through SOX compliance and risk management.
• Full understanding of Manufacturing processes and associated standard cost and variance analysis.
• Formulate weekly / monthly financial forecasts through robust analysis and questioning of commercial / operational data.
• Provide financial support on business initiatives, including investment appraisal, monitoring performance and key projects i.e. Variable costs management, E&O, SG&A costs control.
• Work closely with the controllership teams to develop knowledge transfer skills and identify further efficiencies and best in class processes.
• Work closely with the controllership Team to ensure a smooth transition to the shared service model.
• Drive the trading results for the organisation through coaching / challenging sales and operations against their forecast / profit plan.
• Review contract terms, ensure compliance and operate as key member of tender vet preparation team.
• Ensure adequacy of all internal controls through SOX compliance and risk management. Full understanding of Manufacturing processes and associated standard cost and variance analysis.
• Implementation of SAP financials in line with the Financial Shared Service Centre implementation.
• Individual with energy, stamina and passion for the business and demonstrates strong leadership skills through restructuring and organizational change.
• Specifically bringing an individual who can evaluate, inspire and bring together a new team to drive / challenge financial results, whilst ensuring processes are robust and compliant.

• High calibre ACA/CIMA, with strong commercial / operational exposure.
• 3-5 years…