Finance Director, CFO

Company: Honeywell International Inc.
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 7, 2025

Job Description:

Innovate to solve the world's most important challengesWe are seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Finance Director, CFO on an at least 3-year secondment basis. The secondment is expected to begin on June 19, 2025, and will run through June 19, 2028, with the possibility of returning to your position upon completion, in accordance with company guidelines.As a Finance Director, CFO, you will be a key member of the business leadership team. This role manages all aspects of the company's financial operations, playing a crucial role in strategic decision-making and ensuring the company's financial health and long-term growth. Responsibilities include overseeing financial planning, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for our Battery electrolyte organization.Responsibilities

• Act as the lead financial advisor to the business leadership team, providing financial leadership and driving financial performance.
• Oversee all financial aspects of the business's operations, ensuring financial health and sustainability during its project stage and beyond.
• Establish and set up all financial operations from scratch, including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and compliance.
• Provide financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making support for key activities such as sales and margin analysis, customer & product-line profitability, commercial deal analysis, business case development, and demand forecasting in the SIOP process.
• Drive key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics.
• Implement strategies for effective working capital management, including accounts receivable and payable.
• Lead the annual operating plan (AOP) process and participate in the strategic plan (STRAP) process.
• Foster a strong internal control environment, focusing on revenue recognition, sales accounting, contract management, and financial reporting.
• Support ad hoc analyses related to new contracts, royalty payments, and pricing adjustments.
• Monitor budget performance to identify cost optimization and efficiency opportunities.
• Oversee accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.
• Maintain internal controls and coordinate audits.
• Ensure continuous compliance with statutory, regulatory, banking, tax, and other requirements.Note: Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements.You Must Have

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial analysis or related roles.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese languages.We Value
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; MBA preferred.
  • Experience with FP&A, P&L management, and within a chemical-related business.
  • Experience with import transactions and strong finance systems knowledge.
  • Operational experience, excellent communication, and influencing skills.
  • Factory and cost accounting experience, self-motivation, and ability to handle complex situations.This position is offered as a secondment opportunity.Additional Information
    • Job ID: HRD265627
    • Category: Finance
    • Location: 2101 CityWest Blvd, Houston, Texas, 77042, United States
    • Exempt
    • Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements.Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
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