Director of Finance

Michigan

25 days ago

Job Description

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.

Job Summary:

The Director of Finance is responsible for all financial aspects of Rheinmetall and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer. The position requires excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and supervisory management skills, as well as excellent knowledge, skill, and ability in every phase of financial management. The Director of Finance will play a critical role in partnering with the senior leadership team in strategic decision making and execution.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and special projects (Monthly Forecasts, Quarterly Forecasts, and five year plans)
Develop and maintain standard labor and overhead rates for the Michigan production plants
Utilize ERP to report Intercompany sales/margins for production sites to reconcile Intercompany sales at month end
Execute on strategic and financial direction provided by the Executive Leadership Team
Enhance and/or develop, implement, and enforce financial policies and procedures through systems that will improve the overall operation and effectives of the company
Part level margin analysis and reporting around profitability focusing on customer/product/part profitability
Ensure financial accuracy for all reporting
Analyze and communicate operating results, highlighting variances and root causes
Support of continuous improvement objectives
Direct inventory accuracy including tracking variances, addressing issues timely, etc
Drive net working capital improvements throughout the company
Develop budgets that align with company and ownership objectives, including coordination with other departments and specific plans to execute budget objectives.
Analyze patterns in company spending, revenue, and recommend solutions to any problem areas
Be a Plex ERP leader driving change as needed to improve processes and use of system
On-site management at each facility to work with plant Finance and local management teams (operations, engineering, etc.).
Directs and assists in the completion of special projects, as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned to support the Finance Department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position directly supervises the following positions:

Plant Controllers (4): responsible for all operational financial management
Assistant Controller (1): responsible for all operational financial management
Corporate Accounting Manager (1): responsible for all AR, AP, and related treasury functions

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects
Significant experience and skillset in Microsoft office
High proficiency in data manipulation in Microsoft Excel

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in accounting or finance
Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing FP&A or plant controller role.

Background Prerequisites:

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain suitability requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA Experience
Defense industry experience
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this role, the employee is primarily required to sit for extended periods and work at a computer, with occasional standing and walking.
The employee may occasionally be required to use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and through virtual meeting platforms.
The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, such as office materials or equipment.
Work is typically performed in a professional office environment or remotely, requiring reliable internet connectivity and the ability to participate in virtual meetings.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Michigan
Website	https://www.rheinmetall.com/en/company/subsidiaries/american-rheinmetall-defense

Skills

Accountingunmatched
Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
Accounts Payableunmatched
Accounts Receivableunmatched
Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Budget Reportingunmatched
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Cost Accountingunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Expense Analysisunmatched
Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)unmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Controlunmatched
Financial Managementunmatched
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)unmatched
Financial Policiesunmatched
Financial Proceduresunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
Financial Strategyunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Hardware Virtualizationunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Office Equipmentunmatched
Operational Improvementunmatched
Operational Strategyunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Pattern Analysisunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Product Profitabilityunmatched
Production Controlunmatched
Profit & Lossunmatched
Revenue/Sales Reportingunmatched
Salesunmatched
Standards Developmentunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Treasuryunmatched
United States Militaryunmatched

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