Senior Finance Director - India

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.

How will you make a difference?

The Senior Finance Director – India serves as a strategic business partner responsible for the overall finance execution in the region. This role supports regional operations in line with Corporate/Business Group/Function vision and strategy, by collaborating with regional, business group, and functional teams to deliver results. The successful candidate will work closely with the business groups’ finance teams and corporate functions to drive a consistent singular approach across commercial, operational, and compliance disciplines to achieve profitable growth for the Company, including driving shared resources, engagement with customers, partners, and other critical stakeholders, as well as supporting talent development and employee engagement.

What do we want to know about you?

Relevant Qualifications / Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Accounting Finance, or other related field
• Chartered Accountant CA(SA) or CIMA certification or Equivalent
• Minimum of 10 years in Senior Financial management roles, with at least 3 - 5 years as business Finance Director
• Experience working and managing in a multi-national matrixed organization
• Experience in doing business across India
• Capable of strategic thinking while effectively managing day-to-day operations
• Exposure to corporate governance practices, including board / Executive Committee level engagements
• Commercial finance and deal structuring experience including negotiation and facilitation techniques
• Operational finance experience and exposure to manufacturing and supply chain processes
• Statutory compliance experience with international and local regulations as well as Accounting and Financial standards and regulations
• Strong project management skills and prioritization to independently work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a culturally diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including Executive Committee level presentations
• Sound people management and team leadership, including motivating other staff
• Requirement to travel

Desired Characteristics:

• Strategic and analytical thinker with excellent commercial acumen
• Strong industry/market knowledge and networks/contacts
• Prior experience independently structuring, restructuring, and executing large complex transactions is preferred
• Strong Controllership and Compliance experience is preferred
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and to prioritize under pressure

What will your typical day look like?

Job Description/Key Responsibilities

• Support the regional General Manager and collaborate with the regional leadership team in developing and executing the regional strategy to deliver business outcomes
• Co-lead and partner with regional leadership to drive One Wabtec regional outcomes (go to market strategy execution, synergies & optimization of operating models, shared resources, M&A support, and special projects)
• Lead in a matrix environment and partner with the business group CFO’s and Corporate function heads (controllership, treasury, tax, legal, audit) to deliver on annual plans including budgets/forecasts, identification/mitigation of risks/opportunities, across commercial & operational disciplines
• Lead and coordinate the overall regional finance function including reporting, controllership & compliance
• Ensure timely & accurate financial close & reporting to Business Unit HQ’s / Corporate on a monthly/quarterly basis, by the regional finance team and shared services
• Own local financial compliance in accordance with local laws and regulations and statutory audits
• Manage regional service providers (PWC, EY, local Legal firms & consultants) and global shared services (Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Record to Report, etc.)
• Support key stakeholders' management including customers, suppliers, partners, and government departments, as well as commercial negotiations and settlements
• Oversee talent development and employee growth including cross business/function placements in line with business needs; drive and facilitate strong culture of business partnering between local team & business groups/functions

This role is also eligible for a performance bonus]. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

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! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

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.