Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Emerson; Laatzen; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Emerson seeks a Senior FP&A professional to lead the European planning cycle and senior management reporting. You will drive quantitative and qualitative analyses, coordinate with Europe HQ Finance, and develop the FP&A strength across the region. Reports to the Europe HQ Finance Director.

You will manage a three-person team across Baar and Cluj, optimize budgets, and push automation using PowerBI and AI tools while ensuring policy compliance and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• 8–10 years of progressive finance/accounting experience.
• Strong project management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Detail-oriented with leadership and supervision skills.
• Clear communication with all management levels.
• Independent worker with ability to meet deadlines.

Aufgaben

• Lead FP&A activities for Europe; coordinate with business units and leaders.
• Manage quarterly updates to a ~$3.5B regional business plan.
• Create and review reports, presentations, and key metrics for executives.
• Support quarterly Finance Reviews and Budget sessions.
• Lead and develop a team of three in Baar (2) & Cluj (1).
• Oversee budgets and SG&A allocations; drive optimization.
• Identify automation opportunities using PowerBI and AI tools.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and collaborate cross-functionally.

Kenntnisse

Financial analysis

PowerBI

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

PowerBI

Excel

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Lead and manage the activities associated with the Emerson financial planning cycle and the reporting needs of Senior Management. This role integrates quantitative and qualitative information to draw accurate conclusions, provides clear direction and accountabilities, and serves as a vital link in the matrix structure to drive consistency and best practices throughout the Finance community. The role also supports and develops the strength and depth of the Europe HQ FP&A organization. This role reports to the Europe HQ Finance Director.

Job Description

Lead and manage the activities associated with the Emerson financial planning cycle and the reporting needs of Senior Management. This role integrates quantitative and qualitative information to draw accurate conclusions, provides clear direction and accountabilities, and serves as a vital link in the matrix structure to drive consistency and best practices throughout the Finance community. The role also supports and develops the strength and depth of the Europe HQ FP&A organization. This role reports to the Europe HQ Finance Director.

Work location in any European country where there is an existing Emerson office. No relocation provided

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Liaise with European Business Units, Country leadership, and Emerson Enterprise to support and facilitate the reporting and review of Europe-wide financial plans and analysis of financial projections used for Senior Management decisions.
• Manage quarterly updates to the financial plan of a ~$3.5B business, including the roll-up and review of world area financial forecasts and preparation of management reports.
• Create and review reports, presentations, and analysis of key financial metrics for Senior Executives.
• Support quarterly Finance Reviews, Budget sessions, and other Management meetings.
• Lead, train, and develop a team of three, based in Baar (2) & Cluj (1)
• Manage World Area Allocated, Management Fee budgets, and the xBU allocated SG&A fee % calculation and rationalization
• Analyze and review ad-hoc management inquiries.
• Identify & drive automation opportunities in all aspects of FP&A procedures, commonly through PowerBi, and AI tools such as Claude & CoPilot
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Emerson Corporate policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other functional teams, including Financial Actuals Reporting, Enterprise Accounting, Human Resources, RevOps and Strategic Planning.

Who You Are

You are a curious and analytical thinker who asks the right questions to understand challenges and uncover root causes. You use data from multiple sources to make informed decisions, evaluate options, and balance risks and opportunities. You communicate effectively with diverse audiences, actively listen, and foster open dialogue. You combine quantitative insights, qualitative information, and financial understanding to drive sound business decisions.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in Finance or Accounting,
• Ability to manage multiple projects and demonstrate solid accounting and financial analysis capability.
• Detail-oriented approach with strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Professional presence and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meeting daily, monthly, and annual deadlines.
• Strategic-thinking capability combined with a hands-on approach to planning work schedules and addressing challenges.
• Strong business system knowledge, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience working with PowerBI is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in Finance or Accounting,
• Ability to manage multiple projects and demonstrate solid accounting and financial analysis capability.
• Detail-oriented approach with strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Professional presence and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meeting daily, monthly, and annual deadlines.
• Strategic-thinking capability combined with a hands-on approach to planning work schedules and addressing challenges.
• Strong business system knowledge, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience working with PowerBI is a plus.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!