Factory Controller

SKF•Barkhamsted, CT

2d•$111,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

SKF Aerospace is a first-tier supplier to the global aviation industry and much more. We design & manufacture complex, high performance, high-value bearings in steel and advanced ceramics. Our production group, technologies, & products are at the heart of aerospace industry. The Aerospace Business Unit takes care of everything related to Aerospace applications. This includes Sales, Manufacturing, Business Development, and creating new products and processes.

Requirements

Experience in business controlling background with accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare concise financial reviews to make better business decisions
Sound analytical, problem identification and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to be proactive and innovative, and use critical and strategic thinking
Experience developing and using Standard Cost Accounting
Excellent MS Office skills and a solid understanding of ERP systems
Strong professional verbal communications and interpersonal skills
Ability to work within and facilitate a team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with financial consolidation systems such as XA and SARA Masterpiece
Preferred experience with data analytics and digital tools such as PowerBI

Responsibilities

Partner with Factory Management to provide timely financial analysis and key performance indicators (KPI’s) to maximize performance
Identify / initiate actions to improve profitability and assets turns, personally executing appropriate ones. Examples include working capital reduction strategies, contribution margin leakage and countermeasures, operations restructuring, product cost re-engineering, financial analysis and modeling, and sustaining lean manufacturing savings
Guide the annual organization of planning and budget allocation to promote the establishment of feasible goals aimed at consistent progress, accompanied by actionable steps to guarantee the realization of target results. Ensure a thorough understanding of plan drivers and opportunities / risks to facilitate development of cogent contingency plans
Facilitate the realization of specific results that either fulfill or excel beyond the planned benchmarks. Continuously monitor variances, identify risks and opportunities and initiate corrective actions
Ensure that internal controls and procedures are adequate (no significant deficiencies) and comply with the requirements of SKF Internal Control policy
Responsible for all Cost Accounting functions -- establishing standard cost, variance analysis, and month-end closing
Coordinate the end-to-end transformation process, which involves collecting data, performing analytics, and presenting findings, to guarantee profitability across the full value network
Investment controlling, including strategy alignment analysis, and tracking of business benefits
Factory Finance support for quoting new business, which may include preparation of cost estimates and analysis
Support to FOC and tax department when necessary (annual audit, tax controls…) and prepare Ad Hoc analysis and reports as required
Engaged team member with a significant footprint in the manufacturing floor
Responsible for controlling of Sales Unit in Winsted, CT (USA).

Benefits

Generous PTO policy
13 paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare options
Company paid life insurance
STD
LTD
Critical illness coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discount programs
STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance
401K program with 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution