Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the Global Finance Director leads the global financial planning and analysis activities for the Actuation Technologies business unit by working closely with the world area finance teams and senior management.

As a Global Finance Director, you will:

• Oversee the business unit financial planning & analysis function
• Oversee monthly consolidation, analysis, and publication of Global financial results and forecasts, including internal and external reporting (POR)
• Lead the preparation of the planning process cycle of Financial Review, President’s Councils, Growth Conference, Profit Review and annual Budget Review
• Lead the preparation of quarterly Board Meetings
• Manage monthly Global SBU and KOB Reporting process and distribution of reports to senior management
• Report and interpret results of operations to senior management, comparing performance to operating plans and historical results
• Report and interpret financial operating data for deviations from plan
• Use financial analysis and business acumen to provide decision support and/or make tactical and strategic recommendations in a variety of financial and non-financial areas at the business unit level
• Direct the activities of the planning analysts and communications / support to managers and executives
• Recommend alternative courses of action to achieve the desired financial results
• Participate as part of the senior business unit management in the process of plan development and evaluation of the financial impact of alternative courses of action
• Final Control liaison
• Enforce procedures to help achieve efficient asset/liability management
• Provide effective cash flow performance through management of trade working capital
• May perform other duties as assigned

WHO YOU ARE:

You see the big picture, constantly are imagining future scenarios, and create strategies to sustain competitive advantage. You tackle difficult issues with optimism and confidence. You consistently apply a business driver and marketplace focus when prioritizing actions. You are attentive to developmental assignments both inside and outside own workgroup. You are decisive and make high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA and/or master’s degree preferred
• Minimum 6 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting with supervisory experience
• Strong analytical skills required for identifying and assessing business issues
• Solid presentation skills
• Strong time management skills, and ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; comfortable with interacting/presenting to all levels in the organization, including senior management
• Experience with Hyperion HFM, Oracle, and HCM, a plus

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration,
and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.