Baker Hughes is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of our Pre-commissioning and Maintenance (P&M) business unit in Cramlington, UK. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record in driving financial performance, managing complex financial operations, and leading high-performing teams.
Requirements
- Leadership: Visible member of the business leadership team
- Business Partner to the CEO and the leadership team
- Key influencer on overall business, commercial & operational strategies, systems, processes and policies
- Ability to clearly understand the markets and products within which the business operates in and add value across the value chain
- Development & oversight of dashboard of key KPIs which underpin the performance and long term success of the business.
- Agent for change and simplification
- Bridge from the underlying business to corporate
- Financial Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the overall business strategy, profitability and cash flow
- Conduct financial analysis and modelling to identify opportunities for growth, cost reduction, and risk mitigation.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to ensure accurate financial projections.
- Monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls (in conjunction with Baker Hughes Corporate requirements)
- Lead the annual audit process and work closely with external auditors to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, including currency, credit risk, and operational risks.
- Develop and implement effective risk management policies and procedures.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
- Foster a collaborative and results-oriented culture within the finance team and across the broader business unit.
- Recruit, hire, and retain top talent to strengthen the finance team's
Benefits
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
