Controller Finance I

Purem Novi Inc•Wixom, MI

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides oversight to the day-to-day activities of the finance team at each site/plant and ensures the company's finance function is organized and efficient and produces accurate financial and management accounts. This is a corporate position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Finance or Accounting.
Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in controlling for an automotive supplier.
Customer tooling, SAP, and prototype experience as it relates to controlling.
Two years of experience managing at least 5+ employees (accountants, financial analysts, 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.
Very strong Microsoft Office skills, especially MS Excel.
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.
Synthesize complex or diverse information; collect and research data; use intuition and experience to complement data; design work flows and procedures.
Understand business implications of decisions.
Knowledge of continuous improvement of products for manufacturability.
Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, mechanical systems, automotive systems, and exhaust systems.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations.
Develop project plans; coordinate projects; communicate changes and progress; complete projects on time and budget; manage project team activities.
Strive to continuously improve expertise, knowledge and skills.
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.
Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Consistently at work and on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Ability to follow up on projects and ensure all items are completed on time with all necessary data required and supporting documentation.
Follow instructions, respond to management direction.
Follow policies and procedures; support organization's goals and values.
Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently.
Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem-solving situations.
Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals; adapt strategy to changing conditions.
Take responsibility for own actions; commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
Deadline driven.
Have a sense of accuracy, meticulousness, and a 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, suppliers, 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.
Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
Communicate and present proper information to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to manage difficult customers. Respond promptly to their needs; respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
Volunteer readily; undertake self-development activities; seek increased responsibilities; look for and take advantage of opportunities; ask for and offer help when needed.
Display original thinking and creativity; meet challenges with resourcefulness; generate suggestions for improving work; present ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.
Focus on solving conflict.
Display willingness to make decisions based on gathered facts; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; include appropriate people in decision-making process; make timely decisions.
Exhibit confidence in self and others; inspire and motivate others to perform well.
Set and achieve challenging goals; demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles; measure self against standard of excellence.
Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; participate in meetings.
React well under pressure; treat others with dignity, respect and consideration.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight to the day-to-day activities of the finance team at each site/plant.
Ensure the company's finance function is organized and efficient and produces accurate financial and management accounts.
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.
Lead the annual business plan development and budgeting process.
Lead the monthly and quarterly outlook process.
Lead financial modeling and analysis to support the development of long-term strategic initiatives and plans.
Manage, develop and train plant controllers responsible for plant controlling.
Ensure that appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained.
Conduct all business-related activities for, and on 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.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and follow all EETAM policies related to TS16949 and ISO 14001; look for ways to improve and promote quality.
Other duties as assigned.
Delegate work assignments, match responsibility to the person, give authority to work independently, set expectations and monitor delegated activities, provide recognition for results.
Include staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; take responsibility for subordinates’ activities; make self-available to staff; provide regular performance feedback; develop subordinates’ skills and encourage growth.
Supervise employees, responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the department. Carry 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.