Area Finance Controller

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Job ID: 89014

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Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don't just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

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Area Finance Controller

Your main responsibilities

This position may be based out of any Schindler office in the U.S. Central Territory.
• Provide corrective actions and recovery work at designated business unit
• Provide extensive Finance knowledge, guidance, process and discipline
• Analyze financial performance for the designated business unit and identify local trends and geographical challenges
• Conduct root-cause analysis related to financial performance/under-performance
• Evaluate financial risks and opportunities
• Participate in the process of defining a road map to profitability targets
• Connect operational metrics with overall financial plan
• Lead projections and build potential scenarios and solutions
• Provide a detailed plan of action and identify local owners
• Provide direction, feedback and monitor performance
• Compensation and performance management of Area Finance staff.
• Development of financial management staff
• Support Internal Audit engagements
• Lead monthly financial close process
• Direct the forecasting and budgeting process for field operations
• Drive Net Working Capital improvement actions

What you bring

Requirements

• BS in Business, Finance and/or Accounting is required.
• Masters degree preferred.
• Min 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role is required.
• Must also possess theoretical and practical knowledge in accounting and financial planning, as well as a general business background with an operational acumen.
• SAP knowledge is preferred.
• Industry experience is a plus.

What's in it for you?

• Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.
• 3 weeks' vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.
• Parental Leave - 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child's birth or adoption.
• A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.

We Elevate... Your Career


Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.

Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:

• Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.
• Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
• Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
• Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
• Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.

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At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.

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