JEREMY KLINE
Fishkill
Summary
Dynamic finance leader with a proven track record who drives strategic financial initiatives and P&L optimization. Expert in FP&A oversight and operational transformation, I excel in delivering actionable executive insights and fostering high-performing teams. Proficient in Oracle and data-driven decision support, I enhance organizational growth and innovation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
Xylem Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Direct the finance organization for the Electric Smart Metering division ($400M+ revenue), serving as a primary strategic partner to the executive team on investment prioritization and long-term capital allocation.
- Lead end-to-end annual planning, rolling forecasts, and enterprise-wide financial reviews to safeguard strategic goals.
- Integrated operational roadmaps with financial milestones, enhancing competitive positioning and supporting sustainable long-term growth.
- Expertly navigate between high-level enterprise analysis and granular unit economics to optimize margins in a volatile energy market.
- Architected executive-level reporting frameworks that translate complex financial data into actionable narratives, driving consensus across all business functions.
- Orchestrated collaboration among Finance, Sales, Engineering, and Operations to align technical R&D with commercial ROI.
- Built and mentored high-performing finance team, cultivating technical excellence and strategic thinking.
Senior Finance Manager – FP&A
Xylem Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Oversaw global FP&A for $180M+ corporate G&A portfolio, advising executives on financial strategy to align with organizational goals.
- Acted as strategic partner by translating complex financial insights into C-suite recommendations.
- Delivered executive-level reporting packages, enhancing strategic decision-making across global functions.
- Led annual planning and forecasting processes, supporting long-term strategic initiatives.
- Developed high-performing finance talent through targeted leadership development in FLDP program, fostering future leaders.
Finance Manager – Domestic Brands
Nestlé Waters
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Directed FP&A for $4B+ business portfolio across 20+ brands, enhancing revenue strategy and market positioning.
- Provided financial leadership in innovation pipeline, enhancing ROI and value creation.
- Conducted profitability analysis and scenario modeling to support strategic decision-making.
- Presented insights to senior leadership, improving visibility into risks and performance drivers.
Senior Financial Supply Chain Analyst
Elizabeth Arden
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Developed global reporting frameworks that improved visibility into operational and financial performance.
- Streamlined reporting accuracy through enhancements to Oracle and JD Edwards dashboards.
- Standardized management reporting by collaborating with teams in the US and Switzerland.
Senior Financial Systems Analyst / Fixed Asset Accountant
Pepsi Beverages
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Managed capital portfolio exceeding $30 million across 90+ locations, achieving audit-ready accuracy.
- Strengthened financial controls, enhancing system-based reporting across all operations.
- Developed financial automation tools, enhancing reporting cycles and minimizing errors.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Mount Saint Mary’s College
Newburgh, NY01-2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Mount Saint Mary’s College
Newburgh, NY01-2006
Skills
- FP&A oversight
- Enterprise budget management
- P&L optimization
- Strategic financial leadership
- Business planning and analysis
- Operational transformation
- Executive advisory and insights
- Product and innovation strategy
- Cross-functional governance
- Data-driven decision support
- Process optimization
- Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- ThinkCell presentation software
- JD Edwards ERP system
Websites
Technology And Systems Leadership
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
- ThinkCell
- Oracle
- Hyperion
- Essbase
- SmartView
- OneStream
- JD Edwards
- Business Objects
- Financial Modeling & Automation
Executive Competencies
- Strategic Financial Leadership
- FP&A Oversight
- Enterprise Budget Management
- Global Team Leadership
- Operational Transformation
- Business Planning & Analysis
- P&L Optimization
- Executive Advisory & Insights
- Product & Innovation Strategy
- Cross‑Functional Governance
- Process Optimization
- Data‑Driven Decision Support
Timeline
Finance Director
Xylem Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Senior Finance Manager – FP&A
Xylem Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2024
Finance Manager – Domestic Brands
Nestlé Waters
01.2015 - 01.2019
Senior Financial Supply Chain Analyst
Elizabeth Arden
01.2011 - 01.2015
Senior Financial Systems Analyst / Fixed Asset Accountant
Pepsi Beverages
01.2006 - 01.2011
Master of Business Administration -
Mount Saint Mary’s College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Mount Saint Mary’s College