Chief Financial Officer – Pre-commissioning & Maintenance
Baker Hughes is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of our Pre-commissioning and Maintenance (P&M) business unit in Cramlington, UK. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record in driving financial performance, managing complex financial operations and leading high‑performing teams.
Leadership
Visible member of the business leadership team
Business Partner to the CEO and the leadership team
Key influencer on overall business, commercial & operational strategies, systems, processes and policies
Ability to clearly understand the markets and products within which the business operates and add value across the value chain
Development & oversight of a dashboard of key KPIs that underpin performance and long‑term success of the business.
Agent for change and simplification
Bridge from the underlying business to corporate
Financial Strategy
Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the overall business strategy, profitability and cash flow
Conduct financial analysis and modelling to identify opportunities for growth, cost reduction and risk mitigation
Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes to ensure accurate financial projections
Monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators to track progress and identify areas for improvement
Financial Compliance
Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and internal controls (in conjunction with Baker Hughes Corporate requirements)
Lead the annual audit process and work closely with external auditors to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Risk Management
Identify, assess and mitigate financial risks, including currency, credit risk and operational risks
Develop and implement effective risk management policies and procedures
Team Leadership
Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing finance team
Foster a collaborative and results‑oriented culture within the finance team and across the broader business unit
Recruit, hire and retain top talent to strengthen the finance team
To be successful in this role, you will
Have an advanced degree in finance, accounting or a related field
Proven track record as a senior finance leader
Strong understanding of financial accounting standards (e.g., USGAAP, IFRS) and tax regulations
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
Experience with Oracle (or SAP)
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
Experience in managing complex financial operations in a global environment
Fluency in English is essential
Work in a way that works for you
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way people want to work and deliver at their best varies. In this role we can offer a range of flexible working patterns, while also encouraging co‑located presence in one of our UK offices to support collaboration.
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
Benefits
Contemporary work‑life balance policies and well‑being activities
Comprehensive private medical care options
Life insurance and disability programmes
Tailored financial programmes
Additional elected or voluntary benefits
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