CFO Finance & Accounting

Director, Finance (Wiring) - Shelton, CT

The BU Finance Director (Wiring Device) will lead the finance function and serve as the primary Business Unit GM finance business partner. This role will be responsible for all aspects of the finance function, including financial reporting, financial planning & analysis, strategic finance and operations finance. This role will partner with the GM to develop and execute financial strategies to manage BU sales growth and margin expansion while maintaining a strong control environment. This role calls for leadership skills and the ability to achieve through the work of others but also entails a significant element of hands‑on work.

Accounting & Financial Reporting – Primary owner of the business unit P&L. Champions reporting to socialize financial results with the GM and cross‑functional BU leadership team. Executes a monthly financial business performance review. Applies US GAAP and company policy in determining proper accounting for complex financial matters. Financial Planning & Analysis – Primary owner of annual financial plans, monthly financial forecasts and long‑term strategic financial plans. Primary liaison with SBU, Segment and Corporate FP&A teams.

Operations Finance – Primary liaison between BU finance and operations functions. Develops comprehensive financial models to measure the financial impacts of contemplated strategic projects (product line moves, make or buy decisions, costing methodology updates, etc.). Oversees annual standard revaluation and physical inventory processes at applicable manufacturing and distribution facilities. Oversees quarterly excess and obsolete inventory reporting; working with the operations and commercial teams to reduce E&O inventory expense.

Financial Modeling – Primary financial modeler to support the business unit. Applicable areas include capital/non‑capital investments, new product introductions, restructuring initiatives, make or buy decisions, logistics cost analysis, customer pricing decisions, and other complex matters requiring financial modeling. Applies critical review to similar analysis presented by others to ensure that capital is properly allocated to investments with attractive returns. Monitors and communicates projected/actual financial results of engineering projects to introduce new products.

Strategic Finance – Applies an entrepreneurial mindset to partner with General Manager in driving a profitable growth strategy. Reviews customer/project bids and quotes. Collaborates with the commercial team to set and periodically re‑evaluate price lists, project quotes, sales promotions, strategic customer partnerships, etc.

M&A Finance – Primary owner of the BU’s M&A program. Includes target selection, financial modeling, due diligence, purchase accounting & valuation, and the integration program.

Commercial Finance – Primary owner of customer, sales‑person and sales‑agent commission/rebate/incentive programs for the BU. Partners with the commercial team to update/execute annual incentive program renewals. Executes financial models to aid in decision making around modifications to existing programs and the deployment of new programs. Monitors customer orders and backlog; synthesizing commercial trends and communicating the impact. Executes and communicates product line and customer profitability analysis. Implements/monitors internal controls in alignment with company policies to safeguard assets and ensure reporting integrity. Oversees SOX compliance, internal audits, controllership reviews, physical inventories, fixed asset tracking, cycle counts, shipping and receiving cutoffs, and quarterly management certifications.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Represents finance on strategic initiatives. Develops and implements policies and systems.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• MBA or master's degree in accounting or finance, preferred
• 10-15 Years of progressive finance experience in a publicly traded manufacturing company environment
• Extensive accounting/financial reporting and forecasting experience
• 5+ years in a financial leadership role with direct team management responsibilities.
• Solid understanding of general accounting & financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP
• Deep expertise in financial modeling
• Hands‑on experience with financial systems including SAP (finance and cost modules), Blackline, and OneStream (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to manage reporting in multiple currencies and navigating international financial operations & statutory reporting
• Ability to present complex financial concepts to Sr. leadership in simple terms
• Identifies & communicates proactively around risks to the business, and offers proposed solutions
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Outlook, Word, and SharePoint
• Skilled in synthesizing complex financial data, exercising sound judgment, and delivering actionable insights
• Ability to create clear, concise presentations, reports, and visualizations to communicate financial information effectively
• Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

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