Finance Manager

Job Description

Senior Finance Manager is a critical role and will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to manage budget, monthly reporting process, driving financial metrics for ~$300MM Wabtec Transit India while managing operating rhythms with Headquarter in France, USA and India regional office. In addition, this role will be Finance Leader for Brakes & Couplers product line (~$150MM) and will partner with Business Leader in driving key business decisions, focusing on margin improvement initiatives to ensure product line meets yearly budgets Essential Responsibilities: Accountable for P&L financial performance to ensure business meet financial and budget targets. Develop accurate business forecasts. Report on the financial past, present and future performance of the business with a deep understanding for the drivers behind variances. Analyze product margins and lead cost out opportunities to meet financial targets. Support business leader in business case development for decisions on new products Monthly reporting of results and reasons for variation vs plan Lead tender financial & contract review process to maximize profits while winning in key markets Lead project financial review process Manage an active register of risks affecting profit, costs and schedule with an action plan to mitigate risks Ensure compliance with Corporate accounting practices and procedures and internal controls. Work closely with Brakes & Safety business team and global stakeholders to meet business plan and strategic targets. Key Qualifications: • 8+ years of multi-faceted experience in business finance or FP&A or commercial finance • CA / MBA Finance from top institute. • Strong ERP/planning/ cost tracking system experience • Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional areas in the business • Strategic thinking, problem solving and analytical skills • Superior, proficient use of excel for financial modeling