Job Title:Manager - Costing Support
Summary:Momentive Business Services (MBS) is dedicated to providing exceptional support to global operations, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment that drives operational excellence. The Global Shared Services team, based in India and Mexico, is integral to this mission, delivering comprehensive finance and business support.
In this key role within the Global Finance Shared Services Team in India, the Manager will support global business plants and manage the Costing Center of Excellence (COE) handling a team of 8-10 dynamic professionals . They will focus on enhancing efficiency, standardizing processes, and delivering valuable financial insights that align with global strategy. This role requires close collaboration with finance teams and plant operations worldwide to drive financial excellence and align with organizational objectives.
Responsibilities Include:
Tasks and responsibilities of the position:
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Provide financial operations support, delivering timely analysis and insights for decision-making.
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Lead the Hybrid Costing COE, driving best practices in cost analysis, financial reporting, and process standardization.
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Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their objectives and develop financial insights to support short- and long-term goals.
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Utilize SAP Material Ledger for accurate cost accounting and optimize SAP systems for efficiency.
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Scale up financial insights through predictive and prescriptive analytics, using innovative methodologies and statistical techniques.
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Mentor and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance and collaborative work environment.
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Ensure the accuracy of deliverables through an effective review mechanism.
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Manage stakeholder relationships and drive global projects to optimize financial processes.
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Implement business continuity plans, cross-training, and standardization to enhance process efficiency and resilience.
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Leverage data analytics tools such as PowerBI and Tableau to extract insights and present findings to senior management.
Decision Making Authority:
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Medium
Key Metrics Role is Accountable For:
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Team Efficiency, Development and Satisfaction
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Stakeholder Satisfaction & clarity of communication
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Data Driven Insights Metrics
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Strategic contribution to standardization, efficiency, cross functional collab
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Technology & Tools utilization (Internal and External)
Building relationships and trust with Operations Finance Leaders and Plant Managers and other key stakeholders, maintaining regular touchpoints to stay aligned with evolving priorities, and providing stakeholders with valuable, predictive insights. Should be dedicated to delivering consistent, high-quality inputs across the organization
Key Relationships:
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Global Operations Finance Leaders
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Plant Controllers and Cost Accountants
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IT and SAP Teams
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Corporate Finance Functions (e.g., Treasury, Controllership)
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Business Unit Leaders and Operations Managers
Travel Requirements
0 – 10 % ( as per Management decision)
Basic Qualifications:
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Qualified CMA (Certified Management Accountant) or CA (Chartered Accountant) with a minimum of 12+ years of overall experience in a product-based manufacturing company, including a minimum of 5+ yrs of leadership experience managing a dynamic team of finance professionals in a Global Shared Service environment
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Proficiency in SAP systems, specifically Material Ledger Accounting and cost management in a manufacturing environment.
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Demonstrated experience in managing teams, with a track record of fostering strong partnerships with global stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
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SAP & BW knowledge
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Extensive experience in operations finance within a shared services model, supporting global manufacturing plants.
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Working knowledge of TABLEAU, PowerBI,
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Bachelors degree in Statistics, Computer Science or Mathematics is a plus
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Experience in Data Science and Advanced Analytics will be a plus
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
What We Offer:
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolution
About Us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
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What We Do
As a premier global high-performance silicones and specialties company, Momentive creates solutions that improve quality of life for people and enable a more sustainable future. Our products are the result of a tireless pursuit of progress where the sun never sets on our global marketing and R&D efforts, resulting in innovations that help propel our customers’ businesses forward and positively impact all aspects of life – today, tomorrow, and into the future.
