Job Description

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. 

We are a sustainable company engaged to the values of Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Responsibility. We seek professionals who share our vision of creating sustainable solutions that improve lives and protect the planet, today and for future generations.

We are looking for your talent, join our team and start your journey today!

Financial Planning & Analysis Lead

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Role & Responsibilities:

We are seeking a highly skilled FP&A Lead within our Global Business Services (GBS). This role will be responsible for overseeing operations of a team within the Financial Planning & Analysis department, which encompasses recording, compiling, and analyzing financial information, developing integrated revenue and expense analyses, projections, and reports, managing capital project transactions, monitoring project spending, and measuring financial returns on projects. It involves supervising a financial planning & analysis team, ensuring adherence to designed processes and controls.

Accountabilities:

· Oversee the daily functions of a team of 5 – 20 within the Financial Planning & Analysis department

· Support the establishment and maintenance of a stringent control environment that aligns with the company's established internal control framework and global policy

• Lead the analysis of intricate financial data, extract essential insights, and assess the company’s financial performance, including revenues, margins, expenses, and capital expenditures

• Drive cross-departmental collaboration to gather and analyze financial data, establish standardized reporting protocols, and foster a cohesive understanding of key financial metrics throughout the organization

• Coordinate communication concerning essential financial metrics and reporting standards among various departments

• Manage the financial variance analysis process to assist management in making informed decisions

• Ensure that financial reporting adheres to company policies and legal requirements, while staying updated on the latest regulatory changes and incorporating them into reporting practices

• Supervise the creation of financial presentation materials for board meetings and investor relations

· Delegate the recording of transactions incurred during a project in a common financial system to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of financial activities

· Evaluate project progress and funds invested to assess alignment with financial goals and project timelines

· Develop and deliver regular presentations to Finance leadership on the status of projects to inform further investments

· Review the profitability analysis of completed projects to inform strategic decisions and enhance overall capital planning efforts

· Create, implement, and uphold systems, procedures, and policies within financial planning & analysis to enhance accuracy and efficiency

· Monitor and report on metrics, and propose strategies to meet KPIs and SLAs

• Champion special projects that require financial expertise and insights, enhancing operational efficiency beyond routine responsibilities

• Regularly assess and improve financial reporting processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and transparency

· Set goals for the financial reporting team that are in line with the company's financial objectives

• Train, mentor, and assess the performance of Financial Planning & Analysis staff

· Work with various departments within Global Business Services to ensure smooth E2E operations

· Foster and maintain strong relationships with team members and other internal stakeholders

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

· 7+ years of relevant experience in management reporting, capital planning, budgeting and forecasting

· 2+ years in a management position

· Highly detail-oriented with the ability to work under tight deadlines

· Experience managing a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

· Strong leadership and communication skills

Preferred:

· Master’s degree in a relevant field or CPA designation

Technical Skills and Knowledge

Essential:

· Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

· Familiarity with financial software such as Oracle and HFM

· Expert level understanding of management reporting , capital planning budgeting and forecasting processes and best practices

Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements:

This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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