Lead Financial Analyst

Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. With operations in over 150 countries, we are committed to driving innovation and excellence in building technologies and integrated solutions. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are passionate about attracting and developing top talent across the globe. We are looking for a Lead Financial Analyst. What will you do? We are hiring a Lead Financial Analyst in our business center. This individual works in the FRA department amongst a team of other analysts, supporting the monthly reporting and analysis process, weekly forecast, financial quarterly forecasts, annual budgeting and outlook process. S/he will provide support including preparing the input for financial presentations, analysis and other projects requested. This function acts as the analytical engine of the company to provide insights and support ‘optimal’ business decision making.The Lead Financial Analyst function reports into CoE Americas, Global Operations Group and works closely with Senior Director Finance GISC of Global Products in Johnson Controls.How will you do it?Develop, standardize and automate business focused financial and performance reports using reporting tools.Provide weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and analysis of financial and performance KPI’s including P&L and Balance Sheet .Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including areas of, manufacturing conversion costs, cost of sales, expenses, and Capital Expenditures.Monitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variance, providing insights and decision-making support to the business.Implement and work with Business Intelligence Tools and Dashboard reports and provide real time ad-hoc analysis.Compile financial information for business reviews. (Monthly Actuals, Annual Budget, Quarterly Forecasts, etc.)Assist in preparation and loading forecasts on weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.Assist with the completion of annual financial plans (including P&L, Balance Sheet, TWC and Capex), budgets and forecasts as required.Prepare month end financial variance reports related to Plant Performance Costs (Actuals vs. Forecast/Budget).Prepare Operational Financial Reports related to Productivity, COPQ, Inventories Adjustments and Warranties.Give financial support on specific cost initiatives / projects for Global Operations.Document risks and escalate to management.Prompt response to all information requests.Achieve deadlines set by leadership and the business and proactively monitor and raise instances where deadlines cannot be met in a timely fashion.What are we looking for?Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or CPA preferred.Minimum of 5 years of progressive financial experience in a multinational company (previous experience in roles such as FP&A or Cost Accountant).Bilingual in English and Spanish (highly required).Advanced Excel skills (macros, pivot tables, query, VLOOKUP).Strong analytical skills, research capabilities, and overall business acumen.Solid project management and business consulting skills.Excellent communication skills, including significant experience in written and oral reports and presentations to senior management.Must have the ability to listen effectively, identify the most critical elements being communicated, and maintain open and timely communication with the team and the Area Controller.Fixed-term contract: 3 months.Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.