Strategic Director of Operations Finance

Strategic Director of Operations Finance

Location:

West Hartford, CT

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Director of Operations Finance to join our Finance Team based in West Hartford, CT. This senior‑level leader will drive critical cross‑functional initiatives to strengthen the operational and financial performance of Legrand North & Central America (LNCA). This is a hybrid strategic role that blends operational finance with hands‑on leadership. You will serve as a primary financial liaison between Corporate Finance and Operations leadership, ensuring disciplined execution of key priorities, strategic project support, business model development, operations reporting and improving manufacturing efficiency.

• Business Partnership:
  Act as a key financial partner to Operations leaders, providing analysis and insights to drive performance.
• Performance & KPI Tracking:
  Develop, track, and analyze key operational performance indicators (KPIs) across all of LNCA.
• Strategic Analysis:
  Support key strategic projects—including footprint analysis, transfer pricing, make‑buy analysis, and inventory optimization—with robust financial modeling and reporting.
• Reporting & Tools:
  Create and enhance business analysis tools, executive presentations, and templates for operational reviews.
• Risk & Synergy Realization:
  Identify financial risks and process gaps, recommend solutions, and track integration progress to ensure financial goals and synergies are met.
• Stakeholder Management:
  Coordinate with internal cross‑functional teams, acquired company personnel, and external partners (auditors, tax advisors) to ensure a seamless integration process.
• Policy & Compliance:
  Assess and align the accounting policies of acquired companies with Legrand’s corporate standards (GAAP, IFRS) to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. MBA is preferred.

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and/or finance experience within a multinational company.

• Analytical Acumen:
  Must possess strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Project Management:
  Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a detail‑oriented environment.
• Communication:
  Able to create and deliver effective reports and presentations to an executive audience. An effective listener who can validate and act on information.
• Business Acumen:
  Solid understanding of a variety of business functions.

• MS Office Suite:
  Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required.
• Financial Systems:
  Experience with SAP, BPC, and/or Planful is highly desired.

• Must be willing to travel domestically and to Mexico 25%–30% monthly.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a high employer 401K match, paid time off, short‑term and long‑term disability plans, above‑benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities, paid time off to volunteer, and an active Employee Resource Group network.

Equal Opportunity Employer