Business Controller

BUSINESS CONTROLLER - NEW POSITION

Location: Nashville, TN Region or Plymouth, MI Region

The Company

A global technology company that invests in forward-looking innovations strengthens its customers and society over the long term. They develop innovative products, solutions, and services for 40 different market segments in collaboration with their partners, customers, and science. More than 50,000 people work for the company worldwide, and it generates $10 billion in revenue.

The company gives its employees responsibilities, trusts them, and nurtures their talents. A high level of employee longevity is a testament to this!

In this position

This financial strong division employs 2800 people in North America, and the Business Controller will be responsible for leading two business segments in North America. The company has been expanding and has plans for continued expansion. In order to support both business segments, our company is looking for a professional with experience and knowledge in the following areas.

Lead and support financial analysis activities, including pricing strategies, segment profitability strategies, sales forecasting, operative planning, costing, and working capital management.

Assist in influencing and controlling all aspects of the business as a member of the Finance & Controlling team.

Analyze opportunities for new business and cost reduction.

Prepare and report profitability reports for products and product lines

Analyze internal financial data to identify issues, opportunities, and trends as a business partner. Business owners and senior leaders can use this information to make better decisions.

Learn SAP to become an expert in site systems

Improve operational efficiency by identifying opportunities.

Identify, support, and coordinate opportunities for report automation

Communicates proactively with Sales, Customer Service, Supply Chain, and Operations teams

Participate in or lead the annual audit and operational planning process.

Provide leadership and support for both product segments

Communication and accuracy of reporting to North American leadership

Support Regional Leaders of both product segments through reporting, analysis,

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Finance / Accounting or equivalent required

CMA designation beneficial but not required

Understand in detail the standard cost system and its respective variance impacts

Understand manufacturing costs and manufacturing variances

Understands the divisional P&L and the main drivers of profitability and costs

Proficiency in computer and related software programs (SAP, MS Office, etc.)

Minimum 6 years' hands-on experience in Costing, Profitability Analysis, and General Accounting in a manufacturing environment.

Experience in participating and/or managing multiple ongoing projects individually or with other team members

Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative and is highly motivated

Organizational skills and attention to detail

High level of commitment, creativity, teamwork, and positive assertiveness

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Able to form strong working relationships and communicate well with team members at all organizational levels

Hands-on attitude

Willingness to travel, including international

Remote Work :

No