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Regional Finance Business Partner – Operations Senior Analyst
Enabling a software-defined, electrified future.
Visteon is a technology company that develops and builds innovative digital cockpit and electrification products at the leading-edge of the mobility revolution. Founded in 2000, Visteon brings decades of automotive intelligence combined with Silicon Valley speed to apply global insights that help transform the software-defined vehicle of the future for many of the world’s largest OEMs. The company employs 10,000 employees in 18 countries around the globe.
Mission of the Role: We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Senior Analyst to support the regional finance business partnering activities for operations and manufacturing across the region. This role plays a critical part in driving cost visibility, supporting performance analysis, and enabling data-driven decision-making. You will work closely with plant finance teams, supply chain, and central FP&A to ensure accurate reporting, standardized processes, and actionable insights aligned with regional strategic goals.
Key Objectives of this Role:
Operational Performance Analysis and Reporting:
* Support the analysis of manufacturing cost performance across EMEA plants.
* Prepare standardized and ad-hoc dashboards, financial reports, and KPIs to track plant and regional performance.
* Identify cost trends, variances, and risks through regular performance monitoring and data analysis.
* Assist in translating financial and operational data into actionable business insights.
Forecasting, Budgeting & Planning:
* Contribute to the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and monthly outlooks for operational and conversion costs.
* Build and maintain financial models and variance bridges to explain actual vs. forecast performance.
* Support cost-to-serve and make-vs-buy assessments under direction from the directly manager.
Business Partnering:
* Partner with plant controllers and operations teams to ensure timely and accurate data submission and alignment.
* Assist with financial input for investment cases and capital expenditure reviews.
* Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide data-driven insights supporting cost improvement programs.
* Support implements standardized reporting tools and templates across the region.
* Work closely with the Operations Manager and plant finance teams to harmonize cost tracking and analysis practices.
* Document and share best practices in reporting and operational finance processes.
Key Performance Indicators:
* Year-over-year improvement in Manufacturing Cost (%)
* Budget and Forecast accuracy
* Timeliness and accuracy of cost reporting and variance analysis
* Quality and adoption rate of standardized tools and dashboards
* Support for forecast accuracy and operational cost improvements
* Engagement in cross-functional initiatives and data quality improvements.
* Establish regional manufacturing cost reporting structure and governance
* Implement performance dashboards and tracking tools for stakeholders
* Support key cost improvement programs with financial rigor
* Deliver cost transparency at plant and regional level
* Standardize manufacturing cost reporting
* Complete financial support for capex and restructuring cases
* Deliver accurate forecasts and cost bridges for manufacturing cost performance
Qualification, Experience and Skills:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience: 3–5 years of experience in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), operations finance, or manufacturing cost accounting. Exposure to the manufacturing environments preferred.
Skills:
Technical: In-depth knowledge of manufacturing KPIs, cost structures, and continuous improvement; Strong financial modeling and business case development. Experience with ERP systems and costing tools.
Soft: Results-Driven; Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills; Strong communication and presentation skills to interact with technical and non-technical audiences; Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. Experience in cross-functional collaboration and working in a matrix organization.
* Ownership and Accountability
* Analytical Thinking
* Initiative and Curiosity
* Results Orientation
Reporting Structure: Reports to Regional Finance Business Partner – Operations Manager.
Visteon Culture: If you thrive in a fast-paced, organizational culture that requires agility, adaptability, and a growth mindset from its employees to thrive and stay ahead of the curve Visteon is the place. We value high performance and a drive for results. Innovation, risk-taking, and continuous learning help us keep up with the ever-changing landscape of our industry and be Market leaders. At Visteon, you can be more.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance
* Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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