Regional Finance Business Partner – Operational Sr. Analyst Palmela

Regional Finance Business Partner – Operational Sr. Analyst
Palmela
Palmela, Setubal, Portugal

Regional Finance Business Partner – Operational Sr. Analyst

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Regional Finance Business Partner – Operations Senior Analyst

Enabling a
- defined, electrified future.

Visteon is a technology company that develops and builds innovative digital cockpit and electrification products at the
- 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
- 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
- driven
- 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
  - 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
  -
  - serve and
  -
  - 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
  - functional meetings to provide
  - 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
  - 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
- solving skills; Strong communication and presentation skills to interact with technical and
- technical audiences; Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in
- functional teams. Experience in
- 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
- 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,
- taking, and continuous learning help us keep up with the
- 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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