Regional Finance Business Partner – Operations Sr. Analyst

Regional Finance Business Partner - Operations Senior Analyst 

Enabling a software-defined, electrified future.

Visteon is a technology company that develops and builds innovative digital cockpit and electrification products at the leading-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 software-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 data-driven decision-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 ad-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 cost-to-serve and make-vs-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 cross-functional meetings to provide data-driven insights supporting cost improvement programs.
• Standardization & Best Practice Sharing
  • 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 cross-functional initiatives and data quality improvements.

Key Year One Deliverables:

• 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 problem-solving skills
    • Strong communication and presentation skills to interact with technical and non-technical audiences.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
    • Experience in cross-functional collaboration and working in a matrix organization.

Key Leadership Behaviors

• Ownership and Accountability
• Analytical Thinking
• Collaboration
• Initiative and Curiosity
• Results Orientation

Reporting Structure: Reports to Regional Finance Business Partner - Operations Manager.

Visteon Culture: If you thrive in a fast-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, risk-taking, and continuous learning help us keep up with the ever-changing landscape of our industry and be Market leaders. At Visteon, you can be more.