FP&A - Mfg Ops

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us. 

Who are we?  

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. 

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! 

FP&A - Mfg Ops                                             

The FP&A - Mfg Ops is the point of contact for all plant related financial reporting. Responsibilities include overseeing and managing the monthly financial close process, strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the plant; will also work with Purchasing and Manufacturing to review manufacturing costs and variances to find cost reduction/optimisation opportunities.

Essential Responsibilities

FP&A demonstrates accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives and will work closely with the Finance, Manufacturing Operations & fulfilment Leaders in driving sound business analytics, business plan, budget, and productivity analytics.

• Management of the monthly financial close process. Generating financial statements in accordance with local and US GAAP and monitoring GSC CFOA.

• Gain and maintain deep understanding of the business unit’s financial health and key drivers. Active engagement in preparation and participation for various reviews

• Prepare and drive labour and overhead rate computation, submission, and reviews as per SoX requirement also analyse labour and overhead absorption.

• Strong cost accounting and manufacturing background as understanding of costs and variances are key to the profitability of the Company.  Work with Purchasing and Manufacturing to understand root cause of all cost variances.

• Development of a sound budget and 3-year strategic plan.

• Driving business performance to meet performance commitments monitoring all KPIs. 

• Developing accurate and predictable business forecasts.  Report on the financial past, present, and future performance of the business unit, with a deep understanding for the drivers behind variances (including earnings, expenses, and future operations).  Review weekly results to forecast to understand potential risks and opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting practices/ procedure and internal controls.  Ensure complete compliance with Sarbanes Oxley requirements, for each business processes.

• Support analytics around plant metrics to enable visibility of productivity ideas and cost optimisation.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited university or college / Chartered Accountant Qualification

• A minimum of 5+ years of finance, accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment

• Strong information systems/ERP system experience

Desired Characteristics

• Prior experience managing a multi-functional Finance organization in Manufacturing organization.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and to prioritize under pressure

• Ability to summarize and communicate effectively with cross-functional areas in the business and with executives

• Strong interpersonal skills

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:  

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.    

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.  

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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