Company Description
John Crane is a global leader in rotating equipment solutions, supplying engineered technologies and services to process industries. The company designs and manufactures avariety of products, including mechanical seals and systems, couplings, filtration systems and digital diagnostics technologies. John Crane customer service is accessedthrough a global network of more than 200 sales and service facilities in over 50 countries. Global reported revenue for fiscal year 2021 was in excess of $1 billion USD. JohnCrane is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications,and engineered components.
Job Description
Join our transformative Finance team at the John Crane Mexico Shared Service Centre and lead the Financial Accounting and Reporting team supporting the John Crane businesses across North America and Ireland. The role is responsible for overseeing the accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of transactional financial accounting, cash management and management reporting, while mentoring the team of GL and Cash Management Specialists.
This role is pivotal in driving digitalisation, automation, and continuous improvement in our Financial Accounting, Reporting and Cash Management processes. You will collaborate across departments and countries (USA, Canada, Mexico, Ireland), ensuring financial integrity and supporting strategic decision-making.
We seek a forward-thinking leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and is passionate about developing talent and modernising finance operations.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership \& Team Management:
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Supervise and mentor a team of GL and cash Management Specialists, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
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Set clear goals, monitor performance, and support career development.
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Lead by example in adopting digital tools and agile practices.
General Ledger Operations:
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Oversee month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
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Review and approve complex journal entries including accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.
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Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data across all supported regions.
Reporting \& Analysis:
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Deliver high-quality financial trial balances and management reports under GL team scope.
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Perform variance analysis and provide insights to support business decisions.
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Monitor KPIs and drive improvements in GL processes.
Compliance \& Controls:
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Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
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Support internal and external audits with timely and accurate documentation.
Process Improvement \& Digitalisation:
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Champion automation initiatives using tools like Power BI, Alteryx, and Excel macros.
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Identify opportunities for process optimisation and standardisation across countries.
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Collaborate with IT and Finance Transformation teams on system enhancements and migrations
Qualifications TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Master’s degree or CPA preferred.
Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior financial accounting and reporting role.
Experience of statutory financial reporting
Experience of Cash Management within in a complex international and multi-currency environment
Proven experience leading teams in a Shared Service or multinational environment.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP highly desired, QAD, AS400)
Senior involvement in an SAP implementation
Strong Excel skills.
Familiarity with data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau).
Understanding of cybersecurity and data privacy best practices.
Language skills:
Strong communication and influencing skills
English B2 as a minimum (spoken and written).
Spanish.
Key competencies:
Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines.
Cultural sensitivity and adaptability across geographies.
Respectful, kind, and inclusive leadership style.
Additional Information Diversity \& Inclusion
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardlessof race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud tobe an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
Additional Information
According our mission, vision and Global Policies: Under no circumstances shall Staff be charged any fee or other costs in relation to their recruitment to work at Smiths, whether directly or indirectly. Any recruitment fees shall be paid by Smiths.
Smiths will not employ anyone below the age of 18. Smiths will take reasonable steps to satisfy itself of the member of Staff’s age before that person starts work at Smiths. When persons under the age of 18 are employed, they must not do work that is mentally, physically, socially or morally dangerous or harmful or interferes with their schooling by depriving them of the opportunity to attend school.