Controller Finance I

Objective of the Position: This position provides oversight to the day to day activities of the finance team at each site/plant and ensures the companies finance function is organized and efficient and produces accurate financial and management accounts. This is as corporate position.

Essential Accountabilities: The position incumbent ensures, that

• Management Reporting to include:

• Financial Management reporting for the organization as require.
• Ensure financial management reporting and processes are in place.
• Prepare a monthly Management Reporting Package.
• Present monthly and year-to-date reporting of financials with accompanying analysis of results.
• Report performance to budget and forecast to plan and assist in actions to alter business performance.

• Budgeting and Financial Modeling:
• Lead the annual business plan development and budgeting process.
• Lead the monthly and quarterly outlook process.
• Lead financial modelling and analysis to support the development of long term strategic initiatives and plans.

• Manage, develop and train plant controllers responsible for plant controlling.
• Ensuring that appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained.

 
Secondary Accountabilities: The position incumbent ensures, that

• Conduct all business related activities for, and on the behalf of, Eberspaecher within the limits of applicable local, state, and federal legal requirements.
• Provide support to, and compliance with, all local and corporate Eberspaecher Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and other HSE related requirements.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and follows all EETAM polices related to TS16949 and ISO 14001; looks for way to improve and promote quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirement Profile:

Professional Background / Basic Qualification / Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Finance or Accounting. 
• Requires a minimum 5 to 7 years’ experience controlling experience for an automotive supplier. 

• Customer tooling, SAP, and prototype experience as it related to controlling. 
• Two years’ experience managing at least 5 + employees. Will manage accountants, financial analyst, cost estimators, etc.)
• Billion dollar industry experience, preferably automotive. 

• Knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, etc.
• Extensive SAP experience related to accounting modules. 
• Ability to travel domestically by car or plane.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be very strong Microsoft Office especially MS Excel. 

Technical Expertise:

• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. 
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts and operations, including calculations, percentages, etc. 
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and write simple correspondence.
• Analytical- Synthesize complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Business Acumen- Understands business implications of decisions.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement of products for manufacturability.
• Knowledge of engineering fundaments, mechanical systems, automotive systems, and exhaust systems.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations. 
• Project Management- Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Strives to continuously improve expertise, knowledge and skills.

Methodical Competence:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks smoothly in situations containing a moderate to high level of stress. 
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• The ability to follow-up on projects and ensure all items are completed on time with all necessary data required and supporting documentation.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Interpersonal Competence:

• Deadline driven.
  • Have a sense of accurate, meticulous and sense of urgency.
  • Great communication skills to speak with executive level management, i.e. President. Also presentations-review, coordination to include weekly and monthly. 
  • Direct and straight to the point
  • Ability to be self-motivated and to work with minimum supervision.
  • Ability to effectively present information to customers, supplier, coworkers and management.
  • Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints.
  • Ability to work as a Team Member towards overall company objectives. Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
  • Communicate and present proper information to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  • Customer Service – Ability to manage difficult customers Responds promptly to their needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
  • Initiative- Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
  • Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets other’s attention.
  • Interpersonal skills-Focuses on solving conflict.
  • Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions based on gathered facts; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process, Makes timely decisions.
  • Leadership- Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well.
  • Motivation- Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
  • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
  • Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with dignity, respect and consideration.

• Supervisory Competence:

  • Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
  • Managing people- Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth.
  • Supervise employees, Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of dept. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance

• Working Conditions:

  • This position involves working in an office environment. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Occasionally exposed to mechanical hazards, fumes, and irritants when visiting the plants or Prototype shop.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.