Kidde Global Solutions · 1 day ago
Global Operations Finance Director
Mebane, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$112K/yr - $131K/yr
10+ years expKidde Global Solutions is a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions, seeking an experienced finance leader for the role of Global Operations Finance Director. This position involves overseeing global operations finance, driving operational performance, and managing plant finance teams to support the company's Consumer Products business.
Building MaterialPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Lead financial oversight for all near-shore and off-shore manufacturing sites, driving alignment with corporate objectives
Manage and develop plant finance leaders and teams; ensure consistent financial governance and standardized processes
Own operational forecasting, annual operating plans, and variance analysis for global manufacturing operations
Provide financial insights on production economics, cost drivers, capital investments, and network optimization
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Procurement on productivity initiatives, sourcing decisions, and new product introductions
Partner with controllership to support cost accounting, standard costing, inventory controls, and working capital performance
Deliver accurate monthly reporting, operational KPIs, and executive-level financial summaries
Perform ad-hoc analysis work to evaluate strategic initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
10+ years of progressive finance experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or business related field
Direct leadership experience managing plant finance teams in near-shore and/or off-shore environments
Strong knowledge of cost accounting and manufacturing financial processes
Proven business partnering experience with operations and cross-functional leaders
Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience (Oracle preferred)
Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical capabilities
Fluent in English
Experience in a private equity–backed company and consumer packaged goods
MBA, CPA, CMA, or similar credential
Multi-site, global operations exposure
Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement environments
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays)
401(k) with employer match
EAP assistance
And more
Company
Kidde Global Solutions
Kidde Global Solutions supplies fire protection and life safety products for commercial and residential use.
Founded in 2024Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase