Controller, Finance

Yanfeng International Automotive Technology Co Ltd

Novi, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Automotive Industry, Automotive Manufacturing, Balance Sheet, Business Administration, Business Plan, Cargo/Freight, Cash Flow, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Diversity, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electronics, Expense Analysis, File Maintenance, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Hyperion, Income Statements, Integrated Circuits (ICs), Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Microsoft Office, Operational Audit, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Purchase Orders, Reconciliation, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Safety Systems, Sustainability, Team Player, Technical Accounting, Technical Presentation, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Novi, MI
POSTED
2 days ago

The North America Engineering Controller is responsible for the monthly activities of our Engineering Seating and Safety BU's including month-end close accounting journal entries, month-end variance analysis, monthly forecasts including Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow, yearly profit plans, yearly business plans, ad-hoc reporting, and monthly Balance Sheet account reconciliations. The Controller will work closely with each BU's Engineers on purchase requisition creation and various approvals, and the ENG and BU Directors on expense and headcount strategy, and cross charges.

Main Responsibilities

  1. Create and post month-end close journal entries

  2. Prepare post month-end analyses including Ops, KPI's, bridges, and expense analysis

  3. Timely reporting of all key financial information for both business units

  4. Continuously improve financial reporting analyses

  5. React timely on any requests from external parties

  6. Work with BU Directors to obtain TBL for use in development and loading of yearly profit plan including maintenance of all working files including multiple revisions and details for all assumptions. This includes P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow forecasting

  7. Work with BU Directors to obtain TBL for use in development and loading of yearly business plan including maintenance of working files including multiple revisions and details for all assumptions. This includes P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow forecasting

  8. Leverage knowledge regarding program spend, open PO's, and HR requirements to develop monthly Outlooks and 12 month forecasts. This includes P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow forecasting

  9. Use the published freight files and freight run rate to develop freight Outlooks for incorporation into Outlooks and forecasts.

  10. Work with related parties to ensure proper IC3 postings

  11. Prepare monthly Balance Sheet account reconciliations. Approve BS reconciliations from other ENG ledgers.

  12. Preparation of half yearly Financial Statement footnotes

Common Requirements:

  1. QAD

  2. HFM

  3. ART

  4. ICT

  5. EBP

  6. Rose

  7. OneBPM

  8. FAT

Specific Requirements:

Education

Degree in Business Administration or adequate professional experience focusing on financial/controlling especially accounting, finance, controlling

Work Experience

  • Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in an industrial company, preferably in the automotive sector
  • Strong financial analysis and planning background and accuracy, MS-Office, QAD & Hyperion experience

Qualifications

  • Experience with US GAAP and PRC Statutory Accounting Rules
  • Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis Experience Required
  • Extensive Knowledge of and Experience with Internal Controls is required
  • Prior Experience in a Technical Accounting Role is Preferred
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, QAD) and Consolidation tools (HFM) required
  • Ability to communicate technical information to nontechnical audience.
  • Ability to sort and manipulate large amounts of data.
  • High aptitude for problem solving in order to resolve business, financial, customer, and organizational issues.
  • Proven interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Must possess highly effective analytical skills in areas of accounting, finance, critical thinking, analysis and communication.

Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world's largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future.

In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng's history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide.

Become a part of something more. Join our team as we grow and create the future of mobility, together.

About the Company

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Yanfeng International Automotive Technology Co Ltd