Finance Cash Leader- HVAC

1008 Johnson Controls Inc.; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus plan

Paid vacations/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Employee discount programs

Safety focus through Zero Harm policy

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Domain Cash Lead to drive cash management initiatives across the Americas, improving DSO, DPO, and inventory metrics. You will guide a multi-disciplinary team, oversee Area Cash Leaders, and ensure strong internal controls while delivering executive-level reporting.

This role emphasizes collaboration across domains, technology-enabled process improvements, and strategic financial leadership to optimize working capital and financial health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 6+ years of experience in finance or accounting with a track record in cash management and process improvement.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills; capable of engaging executive leadership.
• High integrity and professionalism; willing to travel about 10%.
• Proficiency in financial software including OneStream and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of cash management strategies aligned with long-term financial goals.
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Drive forecasting accuracy and identify cash flow risks and improvement opportunities.
• Manage rolling monthly cash flow projections and actual results to ensure alignment with commitments.
• Implement process improvements across AR, AP, inventory, and capex to enhance cash flow performance.
• Identify and implement technology solutions to streamline order-to-cash processes.
• Set and monitor KPIs such as AR aging, DSO, and cash flow targets for the domain and areas.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Travel (up to 10%)

Team mentorship

OneStream

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

OneStream

MS Office

Job description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

Domain Cash Lead

Domain Cash Lead in our Americas field finance organization. This individual works in a multi-disciplinary team of other peers and is responsible for developing and implementing process improvement activities across Americas to improve TWC/FCF performance of the organization through a standardized, integrated, well controlled TWC process. In addition, the position has direct oversight of the Area Cash Leaders (ACLs ensuring we achieve best in class DSO, DPO, and INV performance and metrics. The Manager reports to the Cash Management Director, supporting the Domain Management Team in driving business results (Trade Working Capital targets). Coordinates the planning and reporting of financial results consistent with long-term business objectives. Provides training, counseling and support to Domain Teams on a wide variety of business/financial issues to ensure adequate internal controls and satisfactory performance. The DCL will oversee team 7-8 Area cash leaders

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of cash management strategies, ensuring alignment with the organization's long-term financial goals.
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Drive forecasting accuracy and identify cash flow risks and improvement opportunities.
• Responsible for managing the rolling monthly Cash Flow projections and actual results to ensure the reasonableness and adequacy of the Security Products commitments.
• Drive initiatives to enhance cash flow performance through process improvements across accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory management, and capital expenditures.
• Identify and implement technological solutions to streamline the order-to-cash process, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Establish targets for various Key Performance Indicators (past due Accounts Receivable (AR), Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and Cash Flow monetary targets for the domain and each Area.
• Implement process improvements to proactively identify cash flow performance indicators and provide business insights into key levers of improvement.
• Implement on-going free cash flow improvement activities across accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory and capital expenditures.
• Collaborate across and between the Domains and the different departments in the Americas business to achieve free cash flow improvement objectives.
• Find opportunities to transform the order to cash processes and improve operational efficiency through greater use of technology and automation.
• Improve the organizational health of our global cross-functional teams (GBC/IBS) by improving coordination and collaboration, as well as identifying and driving improvements across accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory and capital expenditures.
• Drives compliance with regulatory, statutory, and legal controls by developing and coordinating policies and procedures to achieve compliance and control objectives.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reports on cash flow forecasts, financial results, and key performance indicators, providing insights and recommendations to the Domain Management Team.
• Communicate complex financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding across departments.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, preferred., preferred MBA preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in finance or accounting, with a demonstrated track record in cash management and process improvement.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to engage and influence executive leadership.
• High level of integrity and professionalism in all interactions.
• Ability to travel to business locations as needed (estimate 10%).
• Proficiency in financial software, including OneStream and MS Office.

Scope of Role

The Domain Cash Lead is instrumental in shaping the financial landscape of the organization, ensuring robust cash management processes while driving performance excellence across domain operations. Join us to lead transformative initiatives that will enhance our financial health and operational efficiency.

Location

This position is based in Glendale, WI. Candidates located outside the Glendale area may be considered for a remote work arrangement.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

$130,000-150,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

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