Nidec Motor Corporation · 5 months ago
Chief Financial Officer
North America/USA/Illinois/Hoffman Estates, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expNidec Motor Corporation is a company driven by dreams and innovation, seeking a Chief Financial Officer for its Traction Business Unit. The CFO will play a crucial role in financial leadership, overseeing planning, budgeting, and financial reporting while collaborating with executive leadership to drive business performance and strategy.
ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Traction management team to shape and drive business strategy, investments, and profitable growth
Provide financial insights and decision support to ensure the delivery of financial targets
Lead annual budgeting, strategic planning, and monthly/quarterly forecasting processes
Monitor financial performance against targets, and proactively identify risks and opportunities
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in line with US GAAP and company policies
Oversee global consolidation of financial results for the BU
Drive cost optimization, working capital improvement, and margin enhancement initiatives
Partner with operations and supply chain to optimize asset utilization and capital expenditures
Ensure compliance with internal control standards, audit requirements, and regulatory guidelines
Maintain robust governance and risk management practices across global sites
Serve as the financial liaison between the BU and MOTION/MOEN finance leadership
Effectively communicate financial results and strategic insights to both BU and platform stakeholders
Lead and develop a high-performing global finance team
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and financial discipline
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred
15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally in industrial, manufacturing, or engineering-driven businesses
Proven experience managing P&L in a global, matrixed organization
Experience in reviewing the balance sheet, identifying trends, potential risks, and areas of concern that need to be addressed with the regions
Effective cashflow forecasting, through managing working capital (accounts receivable and payable), and implementing strategies to optimize cash flow to ensure business targets are met, including executing Inventory targets
Strong business acumen and ability to influence cross-functional teams
Results-oriented with high achiever motivation
Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial planning tools
Strong adaptability to multiple cultures
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time
English mandatory. Other language skills are helpful
Preferred
Master's or MBA preferred
CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred
Company
Nidec Motor Corporation
Nidec Motor Corporation is a manufacturer of commercial, industrial, and appliance motors and controls.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrea Luedtke
Chief Financial Officer - Nidec Motion and Energy
Eric Hsu
Chief Financial Officer - Nidec Elevator BU
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