Posted 4577 days ago
Hydro Aluminum North America is seeking a regional controller for its operations in Kalamazoo, Mich.
About the role
Hydro Aluminum is recruiting an experienced Regional Controller for our Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Missouri locations.
Ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and proven financial leadership with multi-site oversight. Individual must possess excellent communication and process improvement skills as well as the characteristics needed to establish and develop internal business partnerships across all levels of the organization. ERP systems, preferably SAP, knowledge is a plus.
Career Path
Position provides excellent upward mobility for Senior Business Controller (corporate) or Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Responsibilities
• Serves as a key member of the management team to drive positive business results with multi-site plant locations.
• Develops and mentors finance/accounting staff.
• Develops and drives financial and KPI initiatives/improvements.
• Performs financial reviews and analysis, works with team to execute recommended improvements.
• Performs month end close and financial reporting in compliance with GAAP.
• Prepares and manages Budget Planning process.
• Responsible for communication of financial results within the plant and within the sector.
• Handles highly confidential information/material.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as directed by VP Operations/CFO.
• Exhibits and lives the Hydro Values (courage, respect, determination, cooperation, and foresight) as part of doing business.
Requirements
• The ideal candidate will have a proven financial leadership ability; excellent interpersonal abilities; and a proven record of strategy execution.
• Maintains honesty, integrity and professionalism in the formulation of business and accounting decisions.
• Strong professional diplomacy, ability to work independently, and accept outside direction. Exceptionally self-motivated and directed.
• Ability to influence and negotiate through all levels of the organization.
• Experience and high comfort level working in matrix reporting structure
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Economics, 10 plus years progressive financial experience with at least 5 years as controller.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA a plus. SAP or Major ERP, Hyperion, and manufacturing facility background strongly desired.
• Exceptional computer proficiency including Microsoft office suite
• Solid understanding of metrics based performance management (MBO), strategic goal and plan development. Superior analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to set and manage priorities judiciously. Strong desire to learn all aspects of the business
Requires ability to travel in moderation.
Further Information
• Hydro Aluminum North America is actively seeking to recruit individuals with a focus on customer development and innovation.
• Hydro offers competitive salaries, relocation assistance, 401K dollar for dollar match up to 4 percent, and comprehensive benefit plans
• EOE - Drug Free Workplace
• Position requires the right to work in the United States -- Local Conditions Apply
Company Profile
Hydro Aluminum North America is a unit of Norsk Hydro, a global supplier of aluminum and aluminum products. Based in Norway, the company employs 19,000 people in 40 countries and has activities on all continents.