Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
The Senior Manager, Operations Finance serves as the primary finance business partner for the Auburn manufacturing site. This role is responsible for driving financial performance through strategic planning, forecasting, budgeting, operational analysis, and decision support.
The position partners closely with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, Accounting, and Site Leadership to improve profitability, optimize cost performance, support SIOP processes, evaluate capital investments, and deliver actionable financial insights. The successful candidate will play a critical role in aligning business strategy with financial objectives while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
This role requires regular onsite engagement with plant leadership and operations teams.
Location: Auburn, NY (Onsite Minimum 2 Days per Week)
Senior Manager, Operations Finance Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Lead the annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, monthly outlooks, and long-range planning activities for the Auburn site.
- Ensure a thorough understanding of all variances to forecast, budget, prior year, and strategic plan.
- Provide clear financial insights, recommendations, and risk assessments to support decision-making.
- Coordinate forecast, budget, flash review, and outlook activities with Operations Leadership and Finance teams.
- Serve as the site's primary user for OneStream, ensuring timely and accurate forecast submissions.
Business Partnership & Operational Support
- Serve as a strategic business partner to the Site Leader, Materials Manager, Site Controller, and functional leadership team.
- Lead weekly Risks & Opportunities (R&O) reviews to identify business trends, operational risks, and growth opportunities.
- Support SIOP demand planning activities by aligning operational forecasts with financial expectations.
- Partner with operations leaders to drive productivity, cost optimization, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Provide financial leadership and support for Management Business Reviews (MBRs) and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).
- Perform detailed analysis of site performance, including: Revenue and sales trends Standard margin performance Customer and product mix profitability Backlog and bookings analysis Cost center spending Operational efficiency metrics
- Prepare monthly leadership reporting and "early look" financial assessments during close cycles.
- Provide recommendations that drive improved operational and financial performance.
- Develop and track savings initiatives resulting from productivity and continuous improvement efforts.
Cost Management & Controls
- Lead monthly cost center reviews with department leaders.
- Monitor spending performance against forecast and budget.
- Partner with leadership teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Support headcount planning and labor cost management.
Capital & Strategic Initiatives
- Support capital project evaluations, business case development, and post-investment analysis.
- Help track process improvement initiatives and quantify financial benefits.
- Participate in strategic initiatives designed to enhance profitability, productivity, and operational effectiveness.
- Deliver ad hoc reporting and financial analysis to support business priorities.
Senior Manager, Operations Finance Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- 7-10 years of progressive finance, accounting, FP&A, or operations finance experience.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
- Demonstrated experience supporting manufacturing or operational environments.
- Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with OneStream, HFM, or similar financial planning systems preferred.
- Strong financial modeling, analytical, and business partnership skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout office and manufacturing environments
XYLEM DOES NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS POSITION.
The estimated salary range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.
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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
- 7-10 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, or operations finance
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Experience supporting manufacturing or operational environments
- Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with OneStream, HFM, or similar financial planning systems
- Strong financial modeling, analytical, and business partnership skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
Xylem |ˈzīləm| 1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots; 2) a leading global water technology company. Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas. If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!
