Job Description
SUMMARY
Business partner to Finance Director at Bearward Engineering, a division of Wabtec UK Limited, supporting the controller with Financial, Treasury and Accounting-related compliance operations of the Business Unit.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Business partner to Finance Director:
* Provide and interpret financial information/data to support business decisions
* Supporting financial and strategic planning / analysis including development / management of Budget / STRAP
* Business growth support
* Key capital asset request (CAR) support
Financial reporting support for all areas of financial operations including:
* Month End close and supporting numbers
* High level weekly information including Business metrics
* Forecasting and management accounts
* Risks and opportunities reporting
* Accounts receivable ownership
* Cash from operations management / reporting
* All ERP related processes
* Cost accounting
* Ad-hoc work
Treasury Management support:
* Cash management including cash race reporting
* Maximization of Cash from Operations
* Treasury controls
Compliance work support:
* SOX / control’s existence and adherence
* All Audit & tax compliance
* Compliance with US GAAP accounting
* Adherence to international reporting requirements including customs compliance
* Best practice for all areas of finance and controls
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with post-qualification experience
* High level of proficiency with MS Office and accounting software (e.g., Oracle, PowerBI, Excel, PowerPoint, AI, Blackline)
* Detail oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Additional Information
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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