Role: Responsible for financial planning, forecasting, reporting, analysis, and business decision support for OCL. This role partners with finance and cross-functional leaders to develop financial models, analyze performance trends, maintain business metrics, and translate data into actionable insights that support strategic and commercial decision-making.
ResponsibilitiesMain Job Duties:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial report packages for senior leadership using company financial software and reporting tools and ensure financial information has been recorded accurately.
- Perform P&L, revenue, margin, SG&A, and trend analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior year; identify key drivers, risks, opportunities, and recommendations for management action.
- Assist with the development of revenue and expense budgets, monthly forecasts, and financial models, including supplemental schedules.
- Own analysis and budgeting for assigned SG&A and cost center responsibilities; work closely with functional leaders to understand expense timing, commitments, and forecast changes.
- Maintain key financial metrics and KPIs to guide management decision-making and improve visibility to business performance.
- Demonstrate flexibility to work overtime and/or extended schedules as needed to meet critical business deadlines, including month-end close, forecast cycles, annual budgeting, and other time-sensitive financial reporting requirements.
- Partner with accounting to understand and drive improvements in reporting capabilities.
- Key liaison between Finance and other departments on reporting requirements, special initiatives, and ad hoc analysis requests.
- Create and/or maintain finance procedures and documentation to support consistent outcomes, cross-training, and backup coverage within the finance team.
Education:
- Requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or FP&A roles; includes experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis.
- Experience in a Manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Advanced knowledge of financial analysis concepts, practices, and procedures; able to plan and accomplish goals using judgment and initiative.
- Strong analytical and quantitative abilities with attention to detail and ability to identify trends and anomalies.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, VLOOKUPs, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Global Consolidations tools such as Planful, BPC, or Tagetik preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present information and respond to questions from senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to lead or influence others and collaborate across departments to achieve results.
- Strong problem-solving skills and intellectual curiosity, with a willingness to look beyond surface requirements.
- Positive, can-do attitude; flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
- Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, financial controls, and reporting procedures.
- Solid business acumen and understanding of a variety of functional areas within the business.
Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.
Legrand's Lighting & Controls division combines high-performance architectural and specialty lighting with intuitive controls to create safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient spaces. Our integrated solutions simplify the design, installation, and management of the built environment while delivering exceptional user experiences, operational efficiency, and reliable performance at scale. The division includes the Finelite, Focal Point, Kenall, OCL, and Pinnacle lighting brands, along with the Wattstopper and Vantage controls and building management systems.
Legrand, North & Central America 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or FP&A roles
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis
- Advanced knowledge of financial analysis concepts, practices, and procedures
- Strong analytical and quantitative abilities with attention to detail
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, and VLOOKUPs
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, financial controls, and reporting procedures
- Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with global consolidation tools such as Planful, BPC, or Tagetik
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.
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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.
