Overview
Job Title: Business Finance Manager
Location: Macquarie Park, NSW
Function/Department: Finance
About Us
Schneider’s purpose is to create impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider we call this Life Is On. Our Mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a result focused Business Finance Manager to join our high performing Finance Team. Based in Macquarie Park you will be reporting into Head of Business Finance; this role will focus on the Industrial Automation businesses.
You will be responsible for the delivery of scalable growth and value creation through business advisory and thoughtful analysis to drive strategic decision making.
Responsibilities
- Develop strong trusted relationships with the business to influence decisions and outcomes
- Provide support to business leaders from insights to actions to deliver and optimize business performance by supporting strategy and participating in decision making
- Act as entity controller for PA entities in AU and NZ
- Drive accountability and P&L; ownership of key business stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal Schneider policies
- Review Industry and PA monthly financial results and KPIs to ensure accuracy
- Support Finance transformation projects including ERP implementations and migrations
About you
You are highly driven and strategic, focused on finding opportunities and ways to optimise work processes. You have sound experience of accounting fundamentals and thrive in partnering with the business by delivering financial analysis, actionable insights, and governance/control.
Key skills and experience
- Tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting; professional qualifications desirable
- Demonstrated experience of ~10+ years in Finance/Accounting
- Exposure to Project/Service accounting and/or Software business models is desirable
- Understanding of relevant industries; People Leadership, Financial (P&L;) Management, Strategic Thinking and Planning, Forecasting and Budgeting, Risk Management, Business Systems
- Comprehensive knowledge of Lean Six Sigma
- Knowledge of performance measurement
- Mastery of systems, analytical tools and data management
Why Schneider Electric?
We’re proud to be Time’s #1 Most Sustainable Company in the World. You’ll find purpose, flexibility, and a culture that values inclusion, learning, and impact.
What we offer
- Adaptable work arrangements and global family leave
- Competitive salary and share program options
- Career development in a global, future-focused company
- A supportive, inclusive team environment
Our Recruitment Process
1. Apply online
2. Initial phone conversation
3. Virtual or in-person panel interview
All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for interview.
Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.
If you’re driven by purpose, technically skilled, and ready to make an impact—we want to hear from you.
IMPACT Makers – exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Apply today to become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric.
€36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations
Equal Opportunity
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? If you’re driven by purpose, technically skilled, and ready to make an impact—we want to hear from you.
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📌 Business Finance Manager
🏢 Schneider Electric North America
📍 New South Wales