Controller

Y Your Key Responsibilities Implements financial and accounting policies / procedures within corporate guidelines. Analyzes and make recommendations for profitability including improvement in productivity, cost reduction and operating asset management for the planning unit, location or function. Conducts comparative analysis for the planning unit, location or function. Ensures the planning unit, location or function has the appropriate level of finance resources in support of operations, financial systems, and other financial responsibilities. Facilitates the integration of plans across Watlow planning units, locations or functions (as needed). Oversees the planning unit's capital budgeting activities. Oversees the monthly close and / or consolidation process for the planning unit, location or function. Supports the Sales, Operations, Financial Planning (SOFP) process for the planning unit, location or function. Leads collaborative planning, forecasting, and measuring performance for the planning unit, location or function. Establishes financial processes andimprovesthose processes in accordance with corporate wide policies. Provides functional guidance to the planning unit, location, or function with regard to Finance policies, procedures, and practices. Serve as a member of the leadership team. Participates in strategic planning and leads related financial strategy development for the planning unit, location, or function. International accounting practices and policies. Required Qualifications Advanced degree (MS/MBA) or Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of experience. At least five years' experience in manufacturing environment with extensive experience in integrated manufacturing systems across multiple plants, lean accounting, inventory management and product profitability improvement. Strong experience in supporting Continuous Operational Improvement activities. Lean Experience. Business English level. Desired Qualifications CPA / CGMA certification preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr