Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employeesoperating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
The Manager, North America Finance is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of financial reporting and accounting processes for the North America Dewatering business. BasedinCharlotte,NC,thisroleoperateswithinahybridworkenvironment(3daysperweekin-office). This role partners closely with the Senior Finance Manager, Operations Leadership, Manufacturing teams,andbusinessleaderstoprovidefinancialoversight,supportforecastingandplanningactivities,driveoperationalinsights,andensurefinancialdataisaccurateandscalableinpreparationforongoingERPtransformationinitiatives.
Theidealcandidatebringsastrongaccountingandcontrollershipfoundation,experienceinmanufacturingoroperationalfinanceenvironments,advancedSAPknowledge,andtheabilitytopartnereffectivelyacrosstheorganizationwhilemaintainingstrongfinancialdiscipline.
Location:Charlotte,NC
WorkArrangement:Hybrid(3days/weekinoffice)
Travel:Approximately10%withinNorthAmerica
Manager, North America Finance Responsibilities:
Supports the overall branch forecast and budget process through understanding of market trends, revenue, margins, expenses, projects, investments, headcount, etc. ensuring clear understanding of all variances and critical evaluation of input.
Drive business and financial insights into the sales and operations team through data and analytics
Lead and monitor weekly bottoms up sales forecasting across the branch network and partner with management and manufacturing to understand delays and mitigation plans
Support overall coordination and execution of subdivision and branch PL’s and assist management in understanding variances YoY, vs budget, and vs model branch.
Provide weekly status update to senior leadership on financial results and comparisons to latest estimates and forecasts
Work closely with CI Leadership and provide savings guidance guidelines and present Productivity results to Senior Leadership
Support monthly regional business reviews
Implement standard processes and procedures to ensure data integrity and completeness
Ad hoc analysis as needed by management
Assist with month end close
Participate in upcoming ERP implementations
Manager, North America Finance Qualifications:
Bachelor'sDegreeinAccountingorFinance.
Minimum5yearsofprogressivefinanceandaccountingexperience.
Minimum4yearsofaccounting,controllership,oroperationalfinanceexperience.
Strongunderstandingoffinancialstatements,month-endclose,generalaccounting,financialcontrols,andreportingprocesses.
ExperienceworkingwithinSAPinafinanceoraccountingcapacity.
Experiencesupportingmanufacturing,operations,industrial,ormulti-sitebusinessenvironments.
Stronganalytical,problem-solving,andcritical-thinkingskills.
Provenabilitytoinvestigatefinancialissues,identifyrootcauses,anddriveresolution.
Strongcommunicationskillswiththeabilitytoexplainfinancialconceptstonon-financestakeholders.
Abilitytomanagemultipleprioritiesandworkeffectivelyinafast-pacedenvironment.
Manufacturingfinance,plantfinance,orcontrollerexperience.
Experiencewithinventoryaccounting,accountsreceivable,andworkingcapitalmanagement.
ERPimplementation,systemconversion,orfinancetransformationexperience.
PowerBIexperience.
OracleandOneStreamexperience.
Financialmodelingandplanningexperience.
XYLEM DOES NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.
The estimated salary range for this position is $120,000 to $145,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.
Why Xylem?
We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:
· Paid parental leave, maternity support, and fertility benefits
· Flexibility and hybrid work options where applicable
· Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one
· Emotional health and wellness programs and Volunteer program (Watermark)
· Paid time off (PTO)/Flexible time off (FTO) and paid holidays
· Career development, advancement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan forgiveness
· Generous retirement savings plan with company contribution
· Employee recognition and discount programs
Ready to grow your career while making a difference? Join a team that values your skills, supports your development, and empowers you to help solve global water challenges.
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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation