EWS Operations Controller

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Business Unit Controller II to join the Electical Wiring Systems Team in West Hartford, CT. Manages operations accounting, overseeing cost accounting activities for Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS). Directs preparation of daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual productivity reporting for all EWS entities. This position is responsible for internal productivity reviews and generation and communication of productivity metrics for EWS.

The Operations Controller is responsible for the financial and operational support of the business entity, including the following: providing financial support and analysis to the business on operational issues, such as freight, packaging, capital expenditures, logistics, inventory, etc.

Providing financial support and analysis to the business on purchasing issues, material purchases, productivity metrics, inflation, etc. Providing financial support and analysis to the business on direct sourcing initiatives, indirect sourcing initiatives, Asian sourcing initiatives, etc. Manufacturing: Providing financial support and analysis to the business on manufacturing issues, such as productivity metrics, process improvements, and outsourced production.

Main Activities:

· Organization: Team Leader competency level.

· Main Interface: Internal: entity management, LNA financial staff and select Legrand SA financial staff. External: auditors and consultants.

· Budget: Participates in development of entity budget, and evaluating management of the business to the approved budget.

What Will You Do?

• Prepares a projection of financial results based on current sales and production forecasts for comparison to budget for EWS operations from data submitted by plant operations and finance teams. Works with VP of Operations and Plant Managers to address negative trends.
• Working with Plant Controllers and Cost Accounting Managers, prepare process journal entries & statements as needed for review of performance for the month. Review EWS variances and reconcile account balances.
• Based on sales forecast, oversees determination of financial expenditures/cost of production for each facility. Works closely with VP of Operations and VP of Finance for EWS to establish performance measurement and to determine potential results for the new year. Performs other similar and related duties as required.
• Coordinate new capital expenditures across EWS operations & ensures that the current assets are being maintained in the accounting system(s). Tracks spending on new projects, ensures adds, deletes, transfers are being recorded and reported appropriately.
• Assists VP Finance with budget and ad-hoc projects.

Required Skills

Education:

BS in Accounting or Finance with a, CMA or CPA desired.

Experience:

Minimum 10 years professional experience with at least 5 years in Finance and accounting management (i.e., controller, assistant controller, finance/accounting manager). 5+ years manufacturing experience required.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

Must have strong financial control background and demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills. Must demonstrate good judgment, well developed business ethics, integrity and consultancy skills.

Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and related financial software.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution skills required. Must have the ability to communicate persuasively and effectively and manage multiple priorities in an intense, deadline driven environment.

The candidate should be a strong, visible leader able to instill confidence in the financial organization and with various leaders.

Must be able to manage, develop, train, motivate and manage staff on a day to day basis, establish goals and provide performance feedback per Legrand performance management process. Must be able to provide the right balance of guidance/support and autonomy, based upon employees’ level of skills, knowledge and competence.

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us 

About Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems Division

Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides the most complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices in the world.  Through commitment to innovation and quality, EWS maintains the position of industry leader in wire and cable management and wiring devices categories, specializing in raceways, flexible floor, open space and outdoor power solutions, wire mesh cable trays and systems, and designer switches and outlets. With this comprehensive offering, EWS serves a range of exciting vertical markets, including commercial office and commercial interior, data centers, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, mixed-use developments and residential.  For more information, visit legrand.us/electrical wiring devices  

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