Howmet Aerospace

Assistant Controller

Howmet Aerospace • $75K — $95K *
Berea, OH 44017In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.
  • 3-5 years of experience in cost or accounting roles within a standard cost environment.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage responsibilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure.
  • Logical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • U.S. citizenship or similar status required due to ITAR compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in financial audits to ensure operational compliance.
  • Support General Accounting functions including financial reporting and daily expense analysis.
  • Conduct monthly testing of internal controls for compliance with corporate standards.
  • Prepare and maintain monthly operational and business review packages.
  • Participate in month-end closing activities including journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Review monthly account reconciliations to meet deadlines.
  • Assist in establishing and monitoring product standard costs and MRP reports.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to participate in continuous improvement projects with cost-saving objectives.
  • Access to advanced accounting and finance software tools in a collaborative environment.
  • Development of critical thinking and analytical skills through diverse financial responsibilities.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

  • Assist in financial, internal and governmental audits, maintaining compliance in all operational aspects.
  • Assist with General Accounting functions such as financial reporting, fixed assets management, inter-company accounting, and daily expense analysis.
  • Perform a monthly testing of internal controls including SOX controls using Audit and self-assessed tools (ASAT) to ensure compliance with corporate standards and document observations or control gaps identified.
  • Assist in the preparation of the monthly operations package, monthly business review and business unit staff meeting packages, as well as other ad hoc packages.
  • Assist with month end closing including preparing and posting of journal entries and reconciling monthly ledger accounts, establishing accounting policies, work instructions and procedures when necessary.
  • Review/Perform monthly account reconciliations before established due date.
  • Assist establishing and monitoring standard cost for each product and monitor MRP reports including Inventory, cost absorptions and variances. Manage and analyze standard costs, BOM and routers.
  • Participate/back-up for payroll processing, Non-Financial Indicators and the checkbook.
  • Where applicable, manage and respond to misc segment/corporate requests.
  • Support management financial requests for information through detailed analysis and reporting.
  • Drive the operating budget process, assisting controller in the monthly/quarterly forecasting/budget finalization.
  • Provide budget and project analysis for capital expenditure. Assist controller with financial payback and ROI analysis on capital projects as well as post-implementation project review on completed projects.
  • Participate in company or segment wide continuous improvement projects to assist in identifying opportunities and implement cost-saving objectives.


Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial controls, analysis and reporting of financial data.
  • Technology Skills - Accounting and Finance software (i.e., Hyperion, Oracle E-Business Suite, or similar systems); Office Suite software: Microsoft Office, including advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel; creating and updating spreadsheets and formulas, VLOOKUP's, Pivot Tables, etc.
  • Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with strong written and verbal communication.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution, with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance.
  • 3-5 years' experience in a standard cost environment as an account or cost accountant.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently to manage and complete all areas of responsibility.
  • Strong attention to detail and follow up. Ability to prioritize, organize multiple tasks and work well under pressure.
  • Logical thinker, strong analytical, problem-solving abilities.
  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
  • This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Five (5) years or more experience in a manufacturing environment with directly related experience. Standard costing system in aerospace manufacturing, highly desirable.
  • JD Edwards, HFM, Power BI, Advanced Excel experience
  • Accounting license/certification
  • Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn; capable of working independently to manage and complete all areas of responsibility.


About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace is a global leader in engineered metal products. The company provides aerospace components, such as jet engine and industrial gas turbine components, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace has a strong focus on research and development, and has been awarded numerous patents for its innovative products and processes. The company has a global presence, with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Howmet Aerospace was formerly known as Arconic Inc. and changed its name to Howmet Aerospace Inc. in April 2020.
Learn more about Howmet Aerospace
Size
19,900 employees
Market Cap
$16 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$261 million
5 Year Trend
-16.7%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
NASDAQ
HWM
* Ladders Estimates

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