Senior Finance Analyst with German language

at  Honeywell

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity
As a Senior Financial Analyst at Honeywell Building Solutions (HBS) DACH Europe, you will be accountable for guiding and coordinating the finance activities for the HBS division in the DACH region (Germany, Austria & Switzerland).
This role will partner with the regional General Manager as the regional strategic finance partner, & be part of the regional leadership team, advising on opportunities/risks that impact financial performance of the business and drive growth. This person will deliver strong and dynamic leadership of all Commercial Finance aspects in the region.
Reporting to the Europe Project Finance Director, you will play a crucial role in driving financial performance, managing key business processes, and driving annual plan to achieve profitable business and de-risking the business for the region.

KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• ACCA/CECCAR/CPA or relevant professional qualification is preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in business analysis and planning
• Excellent thoughtful skills, with experience in project accounting and controls
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, advanced intermediate in Excel.
• Systems literacy in HFM, HSP, SAP, Cora, digital finance, Tableau and other Finance tools
• Good communication skills, fluency in English and Intermediate German is required.

• Lead, prepare and present region’s Annual Operating Plan, rolling forecast/estimates. Complete timely reporting, including Monthly Highlights, Pulse, variance thoughtful assessment, and Monthly Financial Reviews.
• Manage financial performance and implement finance strategies across different countries to achieve committed business performance and targets.
• Lead and support financial ownership of Fixed cost and Indirect spending, identify opportunities to direct and drive our cost to the appropriate levels and ensure costs are accurately matched to the regions / functional areas that are receiving the value
• Coordinate, communicate and complete monthly financials forecasts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Working Capital, Cash Flow). Develop and execute sustainable working capital improvement with key stakeholders.
• Drive and optimize the Management Operating System (MOS) and ensure deliverables are well understood functionally aligned and executed to deliver on time
• Provide accurate and timely analytics, reports, and insightful observations to managers and executives to increase cost management efficiency and effectiveness.
• Communicate effectively with management concerning financial objectives and key business metrics
• Guide, coordinate, and drive DACH HBS financial performance for the region, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and procedures.
• Perform financial closing activities and facilitate internal and external audit requests. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Travel 10-15% depending on business requirements.