Business Finance Specialist

What will you do?As a Business Finance Specialist, you will serve as a key financial partner to our plant and cluster operations, providing analytical, reporting, and operational support across three clusters. Your work will directly contribute to the accuracy of financial data and the quality of decision-making across the business. Your main responsibilities include:Provide financial support and business partnering to assigned clusters, acting as the primary point of contact.Analyze inventory and materials accounts affecting P&L and balance sheet.Manage and monitor plant inventories, including variance analysis, physical inventory execution, and reconciliations.Prepare, review, and optimize financial performance reports.Translate financial results into clear insights and recommendations for stakeholders.Identify risks and opportunities, supporting issue resolution and managing escalations when needed.Collaborate with plant finance teams to improve processes and standardize practices.Communicate effectively with internal teams across business units.What skills and capabilities will make you successful?Strong autonomy, ownership, and proactivity in managing priorities.Excellent communication skills to explain financial concepts to varied audiences.Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial reporting tools.Analytical problem‑solving abilities and strong attention to detail.Capability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and maintain effective relationships.A continuous‑improvement mindset and strong business acumen.What's in it for you?Opportunity to work in a global, dynamic environment.High visibility across plants, controlling, and executive decision‑makers.Professional growth in financial knowledge and business partnering.Access to Schneider Electric’s learning platforms, career development programs, and certification opportunities.A culture that values autonomy, innovation, diversity, and flexibility.You will closely collaborate with plant controllers and finance partners. This role is an individual contributor with significant responsibility and exposure.What qualifications will make you successful for this role?Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.7–8 years of experience in financial roles such as controlling, cost analysis, plant finance, or similar.Plant experience in financial or operational environments (highly preferred).Strong understanding of operational processes and their financial impacts.Experience managing plant inventories, variance analysis, and physical inventory processes.Advanced Excel proficiency and experience with financial reporting tools.Advanced English proficiency.Let us learn about you Apply today.You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. 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