Site Controller

Heraeus Group•Dayton, OH

About The Position

Site Controller Permanent Creating foldable displays, advancing medical innovations, or giving new life to precious metals – at Heraeus, we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader, we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production, research, sales, or administration, we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials. With a strong global presence, including a significant footprint in the United States, Heraeus employs approximately 15,200 people across 40 countries, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry. Summary Full finance and compliance responsibility and member of the site lead team. Ensure the delivery and quality of financial statements, as well as closing, reporting, forecasting and budgeting procedures. Support and guide the business by financial analysis, control and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or above in accounting, finance or related discipline
6-10 years working experience in financial management in multinational manufacturing companies
At least 3 years site controlling experience
Comprehensive knowledge of finance and accounting in a legal entity: closing, costing, controls, planning
Good knowledge of US financial regulations as well as IFRS
Highly analytical and forward looking
Broad knowledge of SAP
Effective and fast usage of Excel
People management experience
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and government officials
Ability to effectively communicate (orally and in writing) with all levels within the organization
Business partnering skills and a good team player
High awareness for quality, timeliness, integrity, professionalism
Proactive and self-driven character, excellent self-management, embracing change and driving improvement

Responsibilities

Ensure timely and accurate delivery of monthly and annual closing procedures
Manage the site budget and forecast procedures
Provide accurate and valuable financial analyses on regular and ad hoc basis
Identify and mitigate financial risks. Suggest and implement profitability measures
Control cost, capex, credit and other spend and risks within budget and approval guidelines
Develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency of existing procedures.
Maintain effective relationships with external parties such as banks, vendors etc.
Closely cooperate and coordinate with accounting shared service center, tax, treasury, credit control
Closely cooperate as well with Global Business Unit and Corporate Headquarters
Support internal and external audit
Ensure all business activities follow legal requirements and corporate guidelines
Ensure implementation of compliance updates
Position is part of the Site Leadership Team (SLT)
Position is Site Compliance Officer