Operations Finance Lead

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies – including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr – to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet – one innovation at a time.

Operations Finance Lead, Panoli Plant

About FMC Corporation

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet.

We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land.

Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results.

Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet, one innovation at a time.

Position Overview

The Operations Finance Lead will provide Operations Finance support to the Panoli manufacturing plant and support the consolidation of legal entity books. The role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, standard costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, financial modeling, and capital expenditure analysis. The position serves as the primary finance partner to the Plant Manager and collaborates closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Controllership, Internal Controls, Tax, Treasury, and other cross-functional teams. The role also requires hands-on experience in inventory valuation, cost audit, segmental analysis, statutory audit management, and support of transfer pricing activities.

Responsibilities

·        Act as the key Operations Finance point of contact for the Panoli manufacturing site.

·        Foster strong business partnerships and communication with site Operations Management.

·        Develop the operating budget and lead the site standard cost setting process.

·        Monitor and report financial performance and explain variances against budget and forecast.

·        Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages and presentations.

·        Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions, cost efficiency, and resource optimization.

·        Improve analysis of monthly financial and operational results through enhanced reporting and automation.

·        Provide business data and analysis to the Global Operations Management Team.

·        Partner with Procurement to review and validate raw material purchase prices.

·        Monitor performance against SLAs and escalate issues as appropriate.

·        Support operations finance close activities, inventory counts, reserve analysis, and capital project reviews.

·        Support SOX compliance and internal audit activities.

·        Independently manage inventory valuation, cost audit, and segmental analysis, including auditor support and closure.

·        Identify and escalate accounting or financial abnormalities to ensure accurate financial reporting.

·        Support Transfer Pricing initiatives related to intercompany sales and purchase transactions.

·        Collaborate with Controllership and cross-functional teams to ensure timely compliance and reporting.

·        Support ad hoc projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Education

·        Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required.

·        Cost Accountant or Chartered Accountant certification (ICWA/CA) preferred.

Experience

·        9 to 10 years of diversified experience in financial planning and analysis, product costing, and operations finance within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the chemical industry.

·        Experience with annual budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost management processes.

·        Standard costing experience preferred.

·        Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret results, identify key business drivers, and generate actionable insights.

·        Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred), advanced Excel, BI, and analytics tools.

·        Experience in multinational organizations with an understanding of foreign currency impacts and modeling.

·        Knowledge of database management and data assimilation.

·        Strong knowledge of Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Cost Accounting Records and Cost Audit Rules.

·        Ability to build effective business relationships and communicate across all organizational levels.

·        Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to challenge assumptions and identify root causes.

·        Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes and drive performance improvements.

·        Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

·        Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment and adapt to change.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

·        Demonstrated leadership capability, strategic mindset, and business acumen.

FMC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

FMC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at FMC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We value diversity and strive to ensure that our hiring and employment practices support a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.