At a Glance
Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Financial Analyst to join the WattStopper Vantage Team. This is a hybrid position in Richardson, TX.
The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing financial data for reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The successful candidate will partner with the Financial Planning & Analysis (FPA) Manager and other Finance team members by providing financial planning, cost analysis, reporting, and forecasting partnerships.
ResponsibilitiesWhat Will You Do?
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial report packages for senior leadership using company financial software reporting tools.
• Create monthly variance reports and analyze the reasons behind monthly product and department performance and results.
• Construct monthly sales, sales rebates, and bonus reports.
• Formulate financial models to corroborate initiatives and annual incentive plans.
• Partner with accounting to understand and drive improvements to the reporting capabilities.
• Collaborate with management for ad-hoc projects.
• Other duties as assigned.
Education:
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting or Finance.
Experience:
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a professional environment with a focus on cost
analytical experience.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Finance and Accounting process management.
• Experience in the Big 4 preferred.
• Accountant (CMA) preferred.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
• Working knowledge of financial analysis concepts, practices, and procedures, relying on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• JDE Edwards knowledge preferred.
• Experienced use of computers and Microsoft Office Suite Applications such as Word, Excel (macros, pivot tables, and formulas), Power Point, Outlook, and Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) financial software applications. Power Bi knowledge preferred.
• Must possess strong analytical and quantitative abilities, with experience in cost analysis, Business Intelligence (BI), and reporting. Requires exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to identify patterns, variances, and opportunities for cost optimization through data analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills to read and comprehend highly complex instructions, procedures, and/or correspondence, while working in a cross cultural and functional matrix organization.
• Ability to lead or influence others to obtain results using a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
• Must possess a high level of intellectual curiosity that sparks communication, collaboration, and innovation. Must have a willingness to look beyond surface requirements.
• Must be willing to collaborate with management and peers to advance team and company goals.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, meet deadlines with multiple projects in a fastpaced environment within time constraints.
• Must be willing to expand knowledge relating to business commercial acumen or industry trends.
About Legrand
Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en
About Legrand North and Central America
Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us
About Legrand’s Building Control Systems Division
Legrand’s Building Control Systems (BCS) division includes the Wattstopper, Vantage, and Shading Systems product lines. BCS industry-leading energy-efficient lighting controls technology and services are designed to meet code, ensure ease of installation, and enable precision control of light in offices, classrooms, hospitals, homes, and more. Combined with our Shading Systems for residential and commercial applications, Legrand’s Building Control Systems provides leading solutions for the control of natural and electric light in spaces where people live, learn, and work. BCS teams’ partner with designers to offer solutions that meet today’s green initiatives, including LEED, WELL Building, Living Building Challenge, and more.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or Finance
- At least 3 years of professional experience focused on cost analysis
- At least 1 year of experience in Finance and Accounting process management
- Working knowledge of financial analysis concepts, practices, and procedures
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel macros, pivot tables, and formulas
- Experience using ERP financial software applications
- Strong analytical and quantitative abilities, including cost analysis, business intelligence, and reporting
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects
- Ability to collaborate with management and peers in a cross-functional environment
- Big Four accounting firm experience
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA) credential
- JDE Edwards knowledge
- Power BI knowledge
Legrand Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Legrand and has not been reviewed or approved by Legrand.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive in multiple markets, with medical, dental, vision, and disability protection featured in the U.S. A global baseline is reinforced by the Serenity On program focusing on healthcare protections.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is highlighted, including fully paid leave for birth parents and additional fully paid leave for eligible parents after birth, adoption, or foster placement in the U.S. Parenthood protections are also reflected in the company’s global standards.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are emphasized, with U.S. roles citing a strong employer 401(k) match and German materials noting company pension arrangements. These elements indicate meaningful long-term financial support.
Legrand Insights
What We Do
Legrand is a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures, dedicated to supporting technological, societal, and environmental change. The company improves lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet through the delivery of simple, innovative, and sustainable connected solutions. Their product range includes low-voltage electrical components, building control systems, lighting, and data power control for residential and commercial markets.
