Controller, Finance Operations Mgr

Controller, Finance Operations Mgr Work Mode: Onsite Location: Juarez, Nuevo Leon, Mexico Opportunity Basic Objective Has overall responsibility for the financial related matters of the Sanimex Vitreous Operation. Serve as the financial advisor to the business head and all key managers of the business. Execute the role in alignment with Kohler Co. policies, procedures and matrixed organization structure. Must maintain the highest level of integrity and candor to all key management levels of the business and Kohler Co. As an overall statement, the goal of this position is to provide meaningful and timely information that is used to not only run but improve the business segment. This involves more than just plant expenses; it entails responsibility for the manufacturing cost for the business segment. Specific Responsibilities Advise the management of the Vitreous Mexico Plant from a financial perspective. Interpret and communicate in a straightforward manner. Analyze and quantify business activities and decisions in financial terms using Kohler Co. methodologies. Train and leverage support staff in these roles. Knowledgeable of Kohler standard policies and procedures, ensuring all plant functions are aware of and operate to those standards. Responsible for keeping the financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP, tax, legal and Kohler Co. requirements. Maintain the business Chart of Accounts in a manner compatible with Kohler Co. requirements. Maintain a timely documented balance sheet reconciliation process. Coordinate the annual budgeting, standard cost maintenance and capital planning processes for the business and owner of the end product. Own monthly financial projection submission. Key player in the strategic planning and other business planning processes. Financial information reporting for the business including coordinating the monthly accounting close. Reporting in accordance with Kohler reporting formats and design attributes. Information made available to the business and Kohler Co. management on a timely basis. Maintain consistent presentation of information and comparative data. Monitor and report monthly variances, spending, production, shipments, inventories, performance measures, etc., as required by Plant Management and Divisional Accounting and Operations functions. Analyze and report financial and operational performance to standards. Work closely with materials associates at the plant to assure inventory control and turn rate objectives are met. Develop inventory control procedures as required, including the plant physical inventory and cycle counting. Develop supporting staff. Provide knowledge transfer, coaching, constructive feedback, and candid appraisal. Deal with incompatible associates in a timely manner. Maintain and enhance the system of internal controls for the business. Use feedback from internal and external auditors to identify internal control weaknesses. Maintain a perpetual inventory process for fixed assets. Enforce product costing methodologies for the business including standard cost processes where appropriate. Focus on margin and overall profitability of business segments. Supervise the systems area for the business, responsible for all office equipment including telephone system, copy machines and fax machines. Coordinate with the Sanimex Local IT department. Maintain, integrate and enhance the accounting systems of the business. Provide Plant Management and supervision with recommendations on improving plant financial and operational performance and results. Maintain the highest level of honesty and integrity. Expect and promote the same level of honesty and integrity in supporting staff and other plant functions. Skills/Requirements Relationships and Contacts Internal – Reports to the Senior Manager – Finance, North America Vitreous with dotted line responsibility to the Director – Finance, Latin America Operations & Commercial. Acts as Financial Advisor to the Director – Sanimex Operations. Direct reports: Supervisor Finance, Finance Analyst. Collaborates closely with Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, and Plant Operations teams. Works closely with all Plant Management & Personnel, Corporate Accounting, Local Treasury and A/P, Local Taxation, Local Corporate Information Systems, and all business managers. Cooperates with Internal Audit in the execution of that Function’s role and responsibility. External – Occasional contact with vendors of business machines, office supplies, and printing services regarding quotations, purchases, payment of invoices, maintenance or repairs to telephone system. Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with five years’ experience, preferably operating in a Mexican Maquiladora company. Bilingual skills. Experience in manufacturing accounting and operational analysis is preferred. Supervisory experience and a strong systems aptitude is also preferred. Experience in SAP financial reporting is also desirable. Experience in operational analysis and manufacturing accounting is strongly preferred. Core Competencies Build Trust Drive Continuous Improvement Focus on the End Customer Set High Standards of Performance Strong communication and interpersonal skills Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities Effective decision-making and prioritization skills Collaborative mindset with a continuous improvement orientation Decision making Why Choose Kohler? 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