Financial Analyst

Abb; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Critical Power in Napier, New Zealand, is seeking a results-driven Finance Business Controller to lead financial analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and inform strategic decisions.

Based in Napier, you will contribute to a global power division, maintain accurate records, and support management with insightful modeling and scenario planning for various business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and BI tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate insights to cross-functional teams.
• English proficiency and NZ work eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis of performance vs plan and propose actions.
• Benchmark KPIs against industry peers.
• Analyze drivers of financial performance with management.
• Create financial models and validate data.
• Provide financial support for Critical Power operations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and audit trails.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

BI software

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Business Controller

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to collect, analyze, and interpret financial data. Working as part of a team, you will update forecasting models based on new information available and identify trends and problems. You will also showcase your expertise by communicating insights and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and optimize business outcomes.

The work model for the role is based in Napier, New Zealand

This role is contributing to the Global Critical Power Division, based in Napier, New Zealand. Main stakeholders are Finance management, Division leadership, and cross-functional business teams.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Supporting the analysis of business performance versus plan and proposing improvement actions.
• Performing benchmarking of key performance indicators with industry competitors and similar businesses within ABB.
• Working with management team to understand and analyze drivers of financial performance and identifying market trends.
• Preparing financial modeling for various hypotheses and analyzing impact to the organization and validating the accuracy of financial data and business information and reporting through reconciliation and review of exceptions.
• Providing financial support for the Critical Power service operations and strategic initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate financial records, audit trails and documentation for tax, internal and external audit reviews.

Our team dynamics

You will join a collaborative and results-driven financial team, where you will be able to thrive and develop your analytical capabilities while supporting critical business operations in a rapidly growing division.

Qualifications for the role

• You are highly skilled in financial analysis tools and methodologies such as Excel, financial modeling platforms, and business intelligence software, and demonstrate strong knowledge of the industrial and power protection markets.
• You have established skills and experience in financial analysis, business planning, budgeting, and forecasting within a manufacturing or industrial business environment.
• You are proficient in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and data management platforms.
• You are passionate about delivering accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and analysis, with strong problem-solving capabilities and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• You hold a degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a related field, or demonstrate equivalent professional experience in financial analysis or business planning.
• You are at ease communicating in English.
• You have the right to work in New Zealand.

More about us

ABB Critical Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. With a comprehensive portfolio that includes circuit breakers, switches, motor protection and control, safety products, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), ABB Critical Power is the technology leader in power conditioning and distribution. Through data-driven insights, we help customers optimize energy efficiency, reliability and management of electrical assets.

In Napier, New Zealand, ABB operates a critical service center supporting the Power Protection unit, delivering 24/7 support and specialized service solutions across multiple countries. This strategic location enables us to serve customers throughout the Asia-Pacific region with industry-leading expertise in power protection and critical power applications.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.