UK&I System Business Finance Lead

Job Title: UK&I System Business Finance Lead

Mission :

Schneider Electric is the global specialist in energy management. We hire individuals driven by a desire to impact the world. With a mission to make the most of our clients’ energy, we can help solve the global energy dilemma by helping companies and individuals make more efficient use of the energy they already use. We are passionate about delivering real and innovative solutions in energy management and energy efficiency, making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green.

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It is a great medium-term opportunity to learn more about business finance and help deliver the future of the finance organisation.

Key responsibilities:

As the Strategic Planning and Commercial Finance Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our System business through Projects and Equipment revenue model. This position requires strong leadership, a sharp focus on detail, a drive for high performance, and a strategic mindset to maximize sustainable and profitable growth.

Short-Term Responsibilities

• Single Point of Contact (SPOC): Serve as the primary SPOC for the Power System Business, establishing and driving clear monthly and annual performance targets. Ensure accountability and follow-through on actions to align with strategic objectives. Participate in the internal control process for reviewing deals, ensuring that all financial aspects are thoroughly evaluated as part of the approval chain.
• Performance Analysis: Deliver comprehensive monthly performance analyses and conduct insightful business reviews to assess progress against established targets. Use data-driven insights to drive informed decision-making and implement immediate actions for improvement. Manage the end-to-end P&L with a hands-on approach, ensuring effective implementation of strategies to meet financial goals.
• Month-End Duties: Take charge of all month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting principles and regulatory standards. Act decisively to resolve any discrepancies and streamline processes for timely reporting.
• Project Accounting Duties: Oversee project accounting by tracking costs and ensuring alignment with financial forecasts. Drive the team to provide regular reporting to stakeholders on project status, risks, variances, and financial performance to support informed decision-making. Champion labour rate campaign and drive improvements on key KPIs (utilisation rate, under/over absorption, recovery…)

Strategic Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Lead strategic planning initiatives by facilitating target-setting exercises and developing monthly forecasts that align with the long-term vision of the System business. Ensure plans are actionable and results-oriented.
• Commercial Strategy: Collaborate in shaping the commercial strategy for the System Business, focusing on maximizing sustainable, profitable growth. Drive initiatives that enhance the overall Equity story and Stakeholder value with a commitment to execution.
• Partnership: Forge strong partnerships with System business leaders, providing expert support and constructive challenges. Ensure effective actions are taken for both short- and long-term performance delivery, maintaining a focus on results.
• Risk Assessment: Evaluate strategic plans, identifying potential risks and opportunities. Ensure compliance with the commercial strategy to achieve consistent profitable growth, implementing measures to mitigate risks proactively.

Leadership and Transformation

• Leadership: Inspire and mentor a high-performing team of six, fostering a collaborative and empowering environment that drives engagement and elevates performance. Lead by example and ensure accountability for results.
• Transformation Leadership: Champion transformative change initiatives to implement best in class business processes and tools. Facilitate E2E System organizational adaptation and growth by executing change effectively and monitoring progress.
• Process Improvement: Lead cross-functional transformation and process improvement projects, leveraging advanced digital tools. Focus on enhancing insights and streamlining reporting processes to drive operational efficiency and deliver measurable results.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and manage financial risks. Provide strategic support to Plant Controllers and Project Controllers, ensuring they have the tools and insights needed to understand and mitigate risks within the Systems BU.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and high-achieving individual who is passionate about driving strategic planning and commercial success across all the Systems businesses and Divisions of SE. If you are ready to make a significant impact and drive transformational change, we invite you to apply.

Skills and attributes:

• Financial Acumen : Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and P&L management. Strong knowledge of project accounting and IFRS rules.
• Analytical Skills : Ability to conduct thorough financial and performance analyses, utilizing data-driven insights for decision-making.
• Strategic Thinking : Capacity to lead strategic planning initiatives and develop actionable forecasts aligned with long-term goals.
• Leadership and Team Management : Experience in inspiring and mentoring teams, fostering collaboration, and driving engagement.
• Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Abilities : Proficiency in resolving discrepancies and implementing process improvements.
• Risk Management : Skills in evaluating risks and opportunities, ensuring compliance with commercial strategies.
• Project Management : Ability to lead cross-functional transformation projects, focusing on process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Adaptability : Capability to champion change initiatives and facilitate organizational growth in a dynamic environment.

Education

• Education: Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance related field.
• Certification: ACA/ACCA or CIMA certification preferred.
• Experience: At least 10 years of combined accounting and finance experience.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it’s an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company’s future.

“We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability.”

What we offer you:

Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.

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