CFO, High Voltage Switchgears

GE Vernova

. Partner with the Product Line General Manager to shape and execute business strategy .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • France, Switzerland, ItalyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial performance management, including P&L oversight, balance sheet integrity, and cash flow optimization. Proven ability to lead strategic planning, budgeting, and financial reporting while driving operational efficiency and team development.

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P&L ManagementFinancial ReportingOperational Finance ExpertiseProject Finance ExperienceTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisBudgetingForecastingCost ManagementCapital InvestmentMargin ManagementRisk AssessmentProcess ImprovementAutomationDigital Analytics

Soft Skills

Analytical JudgmentCommunication SkillsTalent DevelopmentInclusive Team BuildingIntegrity and Accountability

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Accounting QualificationAdvanced Degree

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing FinanceHigh Voltage SwitchgearAcquisition IntegrationSales and Operations PlanningLean Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the Product Line General Manager to shape and execute business strategy
Lead financial performance across the product line, including P&L, balance sheet and free cash flow
Lead long-term strategic planning, annual budgeting and forecasting
Drive operating reviews, identify performance gaps, assess risks and opportunities, and establish corrective actions
Partner with manufacturing and supply chain leaders on sales and operations planning
Strengthen project and order margin management through cost, engineering, execution and contractual reviews
Partner with Commercial leadership on pricing, deal underwriting, frame agreements, contract negotiations and risk reviews
Drive cost competitiveness through material productivity, design standardization, value engineering, labor efficiency, overhead discipline and Lean initiatives
Evaluate technology investments and new product introductions, including the transition to SF₆-free solutions
Lead working capital improvement across inventory, work in progress, billing milestones, collections, receivables and supplier payment terms
Evaluate and oversee capital expenditure and capacity expansion programs
Support footprint optimization, localization, restructuring and acquisition integration
Ensure accurate financial reporting, balance sheet integrity, accounting policy compliance and internal controls
Simplify and standardize finance processes while expanding automation and digital analytics
Build and develop a strong global finance team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline
Substantial progressive finance experience and demonstrated success in senior leadership roles
Experience leading finance for a complex industrial or manufacturing business, with responsibility for P&L performance, balance sheet management and cash generation
Strong operational finance expertise, including manufacturing cost structures, capacity planning, labor utilization, inventory, capital investment and productivity
Commercial and project finance experience, including pricing, contract risk assessment, project margin reviews and management of long cycle customer contracts
Experience evaluating product profitability, engineering investments and new product introductions
Ability to translate business strategy into actionable plans, challenge assumptions constructively and drive delivery of financial commitments
Experience leading global teams and influencing decisions across a matrix organization
Track record of improving margins, working capital and forecast accuracy while maintaining strong financial controls
Experience driving transformation through standardization, process improvement, automation and organizational change
Strong analytical judgment and communication skills
Commitment to developing talent, building inclusive teams and maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability
A professional accounting qualification or advanced degree, experience in high voltage switchgear or related power equipment, and exposure to acquisition integration would be advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance Provided: No