BU Financial Controller

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Job Summary:

The individual will provide key strategic, business, and financial leadership and act as business partner to the Business Unit GM! The role will lead financial planning and analysis activities for the PBU and will report to the Global T&M Business Unit GBU Group Finance Director. Activities include owning near-term BU P&L budgets and forecasts that include top-line, gross margins, and operating expenses impacting growth and profitability!

Additional critical activities include long-term strategic planning and say-do analysis for the BU and the related market segments and product offerings. The strategic planning also includes the ability to work optimally cross-functionally to interlock with Sales, Marketing, R&D, G&A and Manufacturing on desired outcomes. The role will be highly visible to executive leadership and provides the successful candidate the opportunity to be an integral business partner in Emersons effort to improve shareholder value by delivering actionable insights in high-growth industries.

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In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Serve as Finance Business Partner for the Portfolio Business Unit, collaborating with leadership to develop and implement strategic business plans and operating initiatives through data driven insights.

• Support the planning and execution of the long-term BU strategy, driving cross-functional alignment through the annual strategy sessions, multi-year strategic plan and operational reviews.

• Develop and lead all aspects of the financial planning process including the annual budget.

• Improve decision making and P&L predictability through Forecasting for Bookings, Revenue, Gross margin, Operating expenses, Headcount and Capex.

• Prepare timely reporting for period financials as guided within the finance calendar, perform variance analysis and assist business with optimizing spend.

• Communicate financial narrative, insights and strategic recommendations to internal customers having aligned with Global operations and Functional Finance partners.

• Manage headcount control and approvals, forecast for HC based on BU strategy and associated BU direction.

• Facilitate the capital allocation process by managing the BU's Appropriation Requests.

• Provide strategic M&A analysis to enhance the BU's inorganic growth. Perform M&A financial due diligence for targets and provide integration support for acquired companies. Manage acquired companies finance operations to ensure they are aligning with growth plan for the BU.

• Perform ad hoc analyses such as break-even analysis, return on investment calculations as needed

For This Role, You Will Need:

• 7+ years of strong finance & analytical experience, with some experience in a global public company

• Bachelor's Degree

• Prior experience in supporting business units, preferably in a matrixed org structure, is highly desired. Having worked with multiple later of management

• Prior P&L management experience is desired

• Prior experience in working on mergers & acquisitions is desired

• Prior experience in accounting and controls is preferred

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• An Accountancy Qualification

• MBA or advanced degree preferred but not required

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.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson 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, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!

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