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The Nordco Finance Analyst will support many aspects of the Maintenance of Way Group (~$300M revenue). Nordco is a leading North American supplier of new, rebuilt, and used maintenance of way equipment with a broad product and service portfolio including mobile railcar movers.  Nordco was was acquired by Wabtec in March 2021.  The Nordco Finance Analyst will report to the FP&A Manager and will be a highly integrated role with exposure to business unit and functional leadership. This role will have a mix of finance and accounting responsibilities, including reporting and analyzing financial results as well as providing financial insight to support business decisions across many business units.

Essential Responsibilities

Support the monthly review and reporting of operating results through the preparation of detailed analyses, bridges, and explanations

Develop financial models through benchmarking and process analysis

Support the monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes

Perform account reconciliations and post month end journal entries

Prepare data-driven analysis to support management objectives and business unit initiatives

Manage and own the department expense review process with business leaders across the organization

Perform analysis for the operations group for labor hours, inventory management, and other relevant KPIs

Administer and manage the inventory cycle count program

Support the development and maintenance of an effective and standard set of internal controls and financial policies

Identify areas for continuous improvement in both financial and operational processes and enlist the help of relevant team members to accomplish objectives

Ad hoc financial analysis, accounting support or assistance with special projects

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

5+ years of industry experience, or 2+ years of public accounting experience

Manufacturing experience preferred

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience using SYSPRO or a similar ERP system

Strong knowledge of US GAAP

Strong analytical skills

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel and overall strong technology skills

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Able to clearly communicate complex financial information in a clear and concise manner, especially to those without financial backgrounds

Ability to influence cross functionally

Continuous improvement mindset

Flexibility to work in a dynamic team environment, supporting a variety of financial and accounting needs arising from across the organization

Highly developed organizational skills and ability to effectively manage tasks

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

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The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

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.