It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Role: Equipment Finance Manager

This role would lead the finance function for the Equipment portfolio in the region for Export projects and other requirements related to India Project. This role reports functionally to Director Finance and works closely with the GM of Equipment – India and Sr. Director Global FP&A of Freight – Equipment.

Job Description

• Responsible for recording Cost, Revenue & Billing for the Equipment projects in the region and own the closing & reporting function for the segment

• Conduct Contract Margin Reviews, costing analysis, related billing. Ensure revenue recognition, cash, billing and AR deliverables are compliant with financial regulations

• Gain and maintain deep understanding of the business unit’s financial health and key drivers. Active engagement in preparation and participation for various reviews

• Measure the performance in all areas of the organization- mfg. engineering, supply chain which impacts Equipment business

• Analyze the performance and propose action plans to improve profitability and cash generation as well as corrective action plans as needed. 

• Develop accurate and predictable operating plans, forecasts, reviews & Blueprints & drive estimates/pacing

• Own Cash Forecasting rigors across the business segment, maintain optimal cash positions and support Treasury processes in the region

• Participate in business deal reviews and keep senior management advised of material risk and opportunities and ensure operational coordination

• Drive financial performance improvement initiatives throughout business (cost reduction, asset management, capital efficiency, productivity, etc.) … Recommend and influence needed actions to maximize cash and profitability

• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting practices and procedures and internal controls. Lead the pursuit of excellence in Controllership (e.g., adherence to Wabtec policies, benchmarking best practices, internal controls, etc.)

• Effective communication with other functional areas required. Influences peers to meet objectives.

• Develops additional approaches outside of procedures. Focus on department priorities within operating unit.

• knowledge of Customs, GST and Export Control regulations with regards to Exports will be a plus.

• Support cost out projects related to India Program and drive the results to deliver margin at program level by partnering with Sourcing, Supply chain, Engineering and Program team.

• Support analytics around key cost metrics to enable visibility of productivity ideas and cost optimization by monitoring common cost patterns across various Loco projects in India and drive efficiency from volume increases.

• Lead COPQ monitoring effort and ensure recoverability from vendors at project level.

• Execute cost mitigation plans to ensure program margin by effectively tracking ACO for various Loco programs and collaborate with GSC, Tax, Customs and other related functions to ensure right cost bucketizing for appropriate reporting.

• Collaborate for deal models preparation for new opportunities and track end-to-end progress.

• Support STRAP Planning for Equipment Business in India and any other related asks for short-term and long-term business planning objectives.

 Qualifications / Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited university or college / Chartered Accountant Qualification

• A minimum of 6+ years of finance, accounting, or audit experience

Desired Characteristics

• Prior experience managing a multi-functional Finance organization is preferred

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and to prioritize under pressure

• Strategic thinker with the ability to create and execute concrete action plans

• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.   

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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