We at Edwards Vacuum believe that there is always a better way.
This spirit drives us to provide leading edge technology, innovative and sustainable products, as well as best in class service to our customers around the globe.
That's where you come in - we believe our people make it happen.
We provide a collaborative, inclusive and flexible work environment along with competitive compensation and comprehensive wellness & benefits programs.
**The Role**
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Education and Experience:_**
- _ University degree - BA (Economics, Finance, Accounting, Management), ACCA in progress would be an advantage_
- _ 5+ years working experience in Finance_
- _ Respective working experience as a Business or Financial Analyst_
- _ P&L and Balance Sheet understanding_
- _ Understanding of manufacturing processes and how they relate to Finance_
- _ Oracle and SAP ERP system_
- _ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PPT, PowerBI a plus_
- _ Fluent in English (verbal & written)_
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Competencies and Behaviours:_**
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You have ability to identify potential issues, to act upon them and to liaise with others along the way_
- _ You are effective problem solver_
- _ You are determined individual with a methodical approach and a strong desire to make a difference_
- _ You are a good communicator on all levels from shop floor to senior management_
- _ You have ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions_
- _ You are transparent and open in communication_
- _ You are loyal team-player, pragmatic and you have positive can-do attitude_
- _ You pay attention to details and have exceptional analytical and presentation skills_
- _ You have good understanding of IFRS, management & statutory accounting_
**_ Activities_**
- _ Participate in the month end close activities - support reporting and review and analyse results based on the business requirements_
- _ Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting_
- _ Provide analysis on Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Headcount and any other items as needed_
- _ Provide analysis and supporting documentation to production overheads_
- _ Analyse past results, perform _variance analysis_, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements and _
- _Work with different functions to collect information for variance analysis _
- _Gather critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and produce useful reports_
- _ Provide timely and accurate financial and non-financial information on efficiency, productivity and profitability of operations in order to support the decision making by management_
- _ Prepare reports on efficiencies and non-efficiencies and communicate such information to those who need it_
- _ Perform _financial forecasting_, reporting, and operational metrics tracking_
- _ Assist management in the review of operational budgets and forecasts as required_
- _ Work closely with the team on the cost reduction initiatives_
- _ Support the short term and long term business plan on Overheads & Capex_
- _ Provide ongoing and ad-hoc reports and automated tools to support management and decision making_
- _ Identify problems and recommend appropriate action to management _
- _Prioritize initiatives based on business needs and requirements_
- _ Identify the potential for improvement of business control and update, implement and maintain procedures_
- _ Assist Business Controller in the preparation of the labour and overhead rates, ensuring they are accurately reflected in the production environment_
- _ Support Business Controller in the following areas as and when required: tax compliance, management of inventory, financial systems, and internal and external audit_
- _ Participates fully in assigned training programs_
- _ Demonstrates responsibility along with all employees for acting at all times in a manner which promotes the health and safety of all personnel (employees and visitors alike) and users of Edwards equipment.
Reports any observed hazards utilizing the tools provided.
Participates in corrective measures when appropriate.
Strictly adheres to PPE requirements_
- _ Perform other duties as assigned _optimization_
**About Edwards**
Edwards has over 4,000 employees worldwide engaged in the design, manufacture and support of high technology vacuum and exhaust management equipment.
Edwards has state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia and North America.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
Vacuum Technique Mexico (Edwards) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind: Edwards is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
All employment decisions at Edwards are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, a