About this opportunity
Panasonic Avionics Corporation lists this Finance Business Partner opportunity in newark, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place–one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time. Come join our journey!
Responsibilities
Finance Business Partner
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What You'll Get To Do
The Finance Business Partner serves as the link between the finance function and business operations, translating financial data into actionable insights that inform decision‑making, improve performance, and support long‑term growth. This role partners closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to align financial plans with business strategy, providing forward‑looking analysis, financial guidance, and challenge to drive better outcomes.
Strategic Business Partnering & Decision Support
Act as the primary financial advisor to assigned business units, building strong relationships with leadership
Provide proactive financial insights and recommendations to support strategic and operational decisions
Challenge assumptions and influence decision‑making using data‑driven analysis
Translate complex financial results into clear, actionable insights for non‑finance stakeholders
Support business case development for investments, initiatives, and growth opportunities
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes in alignment with business strategy
Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning, and decision‑making
Ensure financial plans reflect operational realities and strategic priorities
Partner with leaders to align resource allocation with business objectives
Performance Management & Reporting
Deliver regular financial performance reporting, including variance analysis against budget and forecast
Identify key drivers of financial performance and communicate risks and opportunities
Develop dashboards and KPIs to track and measure business outcomes
Provide insights to improve profitability, efficiency, and cost management
Commercial Insight & Value Creation
Analyze and optimize revenue, cost structures, and investment returns
Support pricing strategies, cost optimization, and profitability improvements
Partner with stakeholders on contract negotiations and commercial initiatives
Identify opportunities for business growth, efficiency, and cost savings
Governance, Risk & Continuous Improvement
Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and controls
Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies
Support for both internal and external audit requirements
Improve financial processes, reporting, and data accuracy
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial performance and decision‑making
Scope
Influences decision‑making across business leaders and functions
Supports assigned business unit(s) or function(s) through strategic financial partnership
Qualifications
What You'll Bring
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree required in Finance or Accounting.
Relevant finance certification preferred (e.g., CPA, CFA, ACCA, CIMA)
5–8+ years of experience in Finance, FP&A, or business partnering roles
Problem Solving
Solves complex financial and business challenges with multiple variables and competing priorities
Requires strong analytical judgment to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend actions
Balances financial rigor with commercial and strategic considerations
Communications
Regular interaction with senior leaders, cross‑functional stakeholders, and finance teams
Requires the ability to clearly communicate financial insights to non‑finance audiences
Must influence without direct authority and build trust across the organization
Other Requirements
Strong analytical, financial modeling, and data interpretation skills
Knowledge of SAP
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Hybrid or remote working environment; occasional travel as required
Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You
Panasonic prioritizes total well‑being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:
Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance‑based bonus.
We Take Opportunity Seriously
At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.
The wage range of $125,000 - $145,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.
We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal,educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.
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Worksite address
newark, NJ, 07175, US
Who can apply
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