Global Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

Emerson Electric; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior finance professional to join their dynamic team in Florham Park, NJ. This pivotal role involves driving financial planning and analysis for a significant business unit, offering a unique opportunity to collaborate with senior management and influence key strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid background in financial operations, with a commitment to fostering a diverse and innovative workplace. Join a company that values employee growth and well-being, and be part of a team that drives impactful business results.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Medical insurance plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Employee resource groups

Recognition programs

Flexible time off plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Strong understanding of accounting and finance principles.
• Proven leadership experience in a multinational company.

Responsibilities

• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic business analyses.
• Lead financial planning processes for a ~$2.5B business.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders on market cycles.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Business Partnering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Hyperion Financial Management (HFM)

Management Reporting Tools

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a senior finance professional at Emerson based in Florham Park, NJ! Emerson is a fortune 500 Global business that offers a 4-1 work schedule, a dedication to a diverse workforce and generous benefits.

Reporting to the Discrete Group CFO, the Global Director of Financial Planning and Analysis is a key member of Emerson’s Finance organization, driving the budgeting, forecasting, long-term financial planning, and strategic business analyses for the Discrete Group Level financial teams. The role coordinates financial analysis, modeling, forecasting, and reporting efforts to ensure efficient financial operations. The role is also involved in strategy development and offers analytical support for decision making and investment opportunities that improve the performance of the business.

The role has strong visibility and connectivity throughout the entire global Discrete Group organization and provides a tremendous opportunity for a candidate seeking to elevate their career within Emerson and gain exposure to senior management across the company.

Ready to make your mark and embark on an exciting journey with us? We can't wait to hear from you!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will:

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Discrete Group level CFO and have a strong collaboration with the Discrete Group executive team
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning and reporting processes delivering comprehensive, actionable, and insightful analyses that drive business impact for the Discrete Group (~$2.5B) including Discrete Automation, Appleton, and Branson.
• Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales and volume / price / mix analyses, operating expenses, trade working capital, cash flows, capital expenditures, headcount, etc.
• Lead the production of presentation material and required schedules for Enterprise Board Meetings, Presidents’ Councils, Financial Reviews, Profit Reviews, Value Creation Conferences, etc.
• Own and lead the new Discrete profit review cycle, developing long-term financial and operational forecasts for each world-area culminating in the creation of the global profit review plan
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to navigate market cycles by driving and implementing the Emerson management process
• Lead a high-performing finance team that meets the needs and requirements of the business while collaborating across the organization functionally and geographically to improve processes and drive performance
• Serve as the primary business contact for Finance transformational projects, ensuring detailed communication and alignment across collaborators
• Work with internal and external consultants for strategic organizational projects including acquisition targets, rooftop/footprint projects, organizational structures, go-to-market sales channel strategy, capital investment plans, and other transformational projects
  

Who You Are:

You facilitate an open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and partners. You view talent development as an organizational imperative.You are diligent for developmental assignments both inside and outside own workgroup. You use financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities. You identify and supervise key financial indicators to gauge performance, identify trends, and suggest strategies that can impact results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field
• Relevant years of progressive experience in a large, multinational company commensurate with the level of this position.
• Proven experience in a Financial Planning and Analysis leadership role
• Good understanding of systems and technologies
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience with Management Reporting Tools (i.e. Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and Hyperion Planning tools, FCC, EPM, etc.)
• Solid understanding of accounting and finance principles
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong business partnering and interpersonal skills
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship name and in the future. We will not be providing sponsorship.
  

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in a large, multinational company
• MBA is highly valued
• CPA and/or CFA qualification 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.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Work Authorization:

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

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