Business Controller, ETO - Houston, TX

Konecranes•Houston, TX

3d•$95,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As an active team member and participant in the ETO group, this role will be responsible for all financial and cost accounting aspects within the Houston Factory to ensure all company reporting deadlines are met. This role involves supporting, developing, and improving SAP-ETO and CRM business systems, including participation in software development, testing of future upgrades, and implementation of end-user training programs.

Requirements

College degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration.
Certified Public Accountant or a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a senior cost accounting position is required.
SAP Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assume responsibility and be accountable for the financial functions of the Houston Factory.
Accomplish accounting and related objectives compatible with system controls and schedules through motivation, delegation of responsibility, and appropriate authority to subordinates.
Preparation of all financial statements, reports, and audits utilized to provide Management with information related to financial transactions, operational cost, POC, WIP, sales, orders, taxes, depreciation, property, and other asset values.
Analyze month-end and month-to-date financial, job costing, and statistical data to understand the drivers for variances (production and overhead) from budget/forecast and develop improvement plans with manufacturing director, plant managers, and business controller.
Working directly with the factory manager in the preparation of the operational POC forecasts.
Prepare statements of recommendations relative to future financial plans, objectives, policies, and goals.
Preparation of periodic general ledger reconciliations and account analysis accurately and timely.
Evaluate and implement approved programs deemed adequate to achieve cost reduction, improve controls, and work simplification.
Establish and maintain internal controls to support the financial infrastructure.
Be accountable for the selection, promotion, performance, and optimum utilization of the Administrative (AR & AP) personnel.
Supply financial and operational data to support other business areas, including Quality Management, Safety, Payroll/HR, Legal, etc, as requested.
Business System support, development, and improvement of SAP-ETO, CRM.
Participate as a key team member in all software development, testing of future upgrades, and implementation of end user training programs.