Chief Financial Officer - Cox and Company

Hutchinson•Auburn Hills, MI

14h•Onsite

About The Position

We are 40 000 men and women who meet the challenges faced by our automotive, aviation, defence and industry customers every day. Our passion for challenge and our enthusiasm encourage us to imagine, design and produce high performance and innovative fluid, sealing system and anti-vibration solutions. Working at Hutchinson means being curious about everything, contributing to the evolution of mobility and reducing carbon emissions. Join us and show what drives you! A French company with an international presence (25 countries): 170 years of history and passing on our know-how. 5 billion in turnover, with 5% invested in R&D.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
10–15 years of experience in Finance roles, ideally in aerospace, defense, industrial, or high‑tech manufacturing
Proven experience in a U.S.-based company with exposure to international group standards
Strong background in controlling, financial reporting, FP&A, accounting, and cash management
Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Ability to work in a matrixed environment (local U.S. organization + European corporate governance)
Leadership, team development, and excellent interpersonal skills
Mastery of ERP systems (experience with SAP, Epicor, or similar)
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and resilience

Nice To Haves

Experience in post‑acquisition integration is a strong plus

Responsibilities

Define and deploy the financial strategy in line with Cox & Company’s business plan and ADI’s strategic roadmap.
Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning cycles, ensuring alignment with Hutchinson Group standards.
Drive monthly performance reviews: P&L, cash, working capital, capex, and margin monitoring.
Support pricing strategies, new business evaluations, and investment decisions.
Lead initiatives to improve operational and financial performance (efficiency, margins, footprint optimization).
Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements in full compliance with U.S. GAAP and Hutchinson Group reporting rules.
Oversee accounting operations for all Cox & Company entities: Plainview (NY),
Strengthen internal controls and enforce compliance with Group procedures, audit requirements, and regulatory obligations.
Manage cash flow, liquidity, and treasury operations across all locations.
Optimize working capital (inventories, receivables, payables).
Support funding requirements, financial risk analysis, and hedging strategies as required by ADI Finance.
Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management and Engineering to support decision-making.
Challenge cost structures, industrial performance, and make‑or‑buy decisions.
Contribute to integration synergies between Cox & Company, and ADI entities.
Act as financial lead for post‑acquisition integration, ensuring adherence to ADI targets (efficiency, cash, reporting standards, digital tools).
Contribute to the deployment of ADI digitalization initiatives (ERP convergence, analytics tools, BI dashboards).
Support harmonization of financial tools, KPIs, and governance frameworks.
Build competencies aligned with ADI’s expectations (controlling, accounting, costing, business finance).
Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.