at Xylem in Morton Grove, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Job Summary:
The Finance Analyst will play a pivotal role in guiding the financial direction of the company. Your responsibilities will include analyzing financial data, creating financial models, and providing actionable insights to support strategic decision making. You will work closely with various departments to understand their financial needs and contribute to the company’s financial planning efforts. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying trends, forecasting performance, and advising on financial best practices. With a keen eye for detail and a strong analytical mindset, you will help shape the financial future of the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with Shared Services to ensure Third Party Commission (3PC) data integrity
- Provide month end reconciliations and financial support to business units
- Provide month end accrual calculations
- Prepare, analyze and assess monthly financial reports for commission trending
- Create and analyze standard and ad-hoc reports
- Develop process accounting improvements and methodology.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Cross Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with various departments to gather and analyze financial information
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business initiatives
- Participate in cross functional projects and provide financial expertise
- Represent the finance team in meetings and discussions with other departments
Compliance and Audit
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and laws
- Participate in internal and external audits
- Identify and resolve any financial discrepancies or issues
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
High Impact Behaviors:
- Continuous Professional Development: Professionals should be committed to lifelong learning, seeking out opportunities for self improvement, and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Effective professionals understand the value of collaboration. They work well with others, contribute to team goals, and understand that diverse perspectives can lead to better solutions.
- Results Driven Performance: High performing professionals focus on delivering results. They set high standards for their own performance and are committed to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field with at least 2 years experience.
- Strong ability to analyze financial data and provide insights.
- Proficiency in building models to forecast financial outcomes and assess risk.
- Knowledge of financial software and systems, such as Excel
- Ability to clearly present financial information and make recommendations to stakeholders.
- Willingness to work collaboratively with various project teams and stakeholders.
- Experience with SAP a plus
Salary range:
$62,000.00 – $99,000.00
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you’ll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees’ well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem’s transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
