Finance Leader, AES

Company Overview

WHO WE ARE: Lennox International Inc. (NYSE: LII) is a global leader in climate control solutions headquartered in the greater Dallas area. With revenues of $5.3B in 2024 and a market cap of ~$20 billion, Lennox employs more than 14,000 people around the world. The Company designs, manufactures, markets and services a broad range of products for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration markets (HVACR).

Job Description

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: The Finance Leader is a key member of the Lennox AES leadership team, responsible for overseeing accounting, financial planning, and analysis, while driving financial discipline and supporting strategic growth initiatives. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity of financial operations through strong internal controls, accurate reporting, and insightful analysis. The Finance Leader also plays a key role in developing a high-performing team and serves as a liaison between AES and finance leaders across the Lennox enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and drive above market, consistent and sustained growth plans for the business.
• Drive improved process and profitability within the business.
• Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Oversee operational finance, including manufacturing, costing, and distribution activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting through monthly, quarterly, and annual analysis.
• Drive business insights by identifying trends and developments in the competitive environment.
• Conduct and lead complex financial analyses to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support business growth, contract negotiations, and investment decisions.
• Maintain and continuously improve internal controls; review and update processes as needed to ensure compliance.
• Champion automation and process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify and implement financial synergies and best practices across the business.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA and/or MBA preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity. Strong experience with enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Hyperion) and advanced proficiency in Excel and Access. Demonstrated ability to solve complex financial problems and lead through influence. Experience in a manufacturing or operational finance environment is strongly preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization. Proven track record of driving process improvement and delivering results.

Other Work Requirements: This is an on-site leadership role based in Tallassee, AL. Occasional travel to Lennox headquarters in Richardson, TX, and other AES locations is expected.

WHAT WE OFFER: Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; paid leave; life and long-term disability insurance.

Our Culture: At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions.