Supply Chain Finance Manager

Who we are:  
Brady makes products that make the world a safer and smarter place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room — we’re just about everywhere you look.

Companies around the globe trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications, powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.

We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2023, Brady employed approximately 5,600 people worldwide. Our fiscal 2023 sales were approximately $1.33 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at .

Job Description

What we need:
As a Supply Chain Finance Manager here at Brady IPS, you'll play a crucial role in budgeting, reporting, cost control, and financial modelling, while also providing valuable insights and ensuring financial compliance. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial success of the organization and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. Join us and be a part of a team dedicated to financial excellence. You will report directly to our Sr. Finance Manager, and you'll work out of our Bangalore location.

In this role, your work will directly influence our ability to make informed financial decisions, optimize resources, and drive sustainable growth. By effectively managing budgets, ensuring financial compliance, and providing strategic insights, you will play a vital role in shaping the financial future of our organization in Europe.

In this role, you will impact the growth and success of Brady and the IPS Europe region by:

• Preparing and presenting financial reports to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Managing the company's cash flow, including optimizing working capital, and overseeing short term investment strategies
• Developing and maintaining financial models to support forecasting and decision-making
• Analysing scenarios and providing recommendations to improve financial performance - Ensuring financial operations adhere to local and international regulations and standards
• Acting as a financial advisor to department heads and senior management, providing insights and recommendations on financial strategies, investments, and resource allocation

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with department heads to ensure budgets align with corporate goals and monitor financial performance against budget targets
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting and decision-making
• Analyse scenarios and provide recommendations to improve financial performance
• Ensure financial operations adhere to local and international regulations and standards
• Act as a financial advisor to department heads and senior management, providing insights and recommendations on financial strategies, investments, and resource allocation 
• Transfer price analysis and tax support.
• Standard costing and absorption.
• Inactive, Obsolete, and Surplus management.
• Physical Inventory (process and audit).
• Inventory cycle count audits/support.
• Fixed asset verification compliance and partnership.
• Shipped not billed review and entries.
• Ensure compliance with Corporate Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of senior financial analysis experience
• Prior ISC Finance experience (preferred)
• Proficiency in SAP, Smart View, Business Objects, and Power BI
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Fluent English writing and speaking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships in virtual team environments
• Self-motivated, proactive team player with strong organizational and time management skills
• Flexible, adaptable mindset with high intercultural sensitivity and commitment to continuous improvement

 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.