Division Director of Finance and Accounting (Multi-Site)

Responsibilities

• Oversees all operational areas effecting the business globally, including Planning and Forecasting, Asset Management, Manufacturing /Costing, and ad hoc analysis as required.
• Provides direct supervision to financial planning and reporting support employees.  Develops people to reach their full potential through individual coaching, training, and career development, preparing them to assume increased responsibility.
• Coordinates and drives the accuracy, completeness and timing of the Operating Plan and Strategic Plan processes, including identifying key issues, objectives, risks and opportunities.
• Helps drive the global manufacturing strategy including the growth and operational efficiencies of the factories in California, India, and China.
• Provides financial analysis and support to the organization, including capital expenditure justification and analysis, sales trend analysis, competitive and market analysis and product line P&L development to assist Business Leadership in performing their responsibilities.
• Embraces strategy and the framework to guide profitable growth, supporting the business with accurate Quad and Quartile analysis, Output Metrics and Portfolio Analysis.
• Maintains accurate financial records in compliance with legal requirements, local accounting and US GAAP standards.  Establishes and monitors an effective internal controls environment, taking necessary actions to support SOX compliance efforts.  Liaises with internal and external auditors.
• Monitors average selling prices and cost of sales by product/ market while helping control expenses for the businesses. Ensures adequate reserves for inventory and warranty are being made supported by thorough analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting; a Master’s degree in Business Administration and/or CA/CPA and/or CMA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in Finance and Accounting, including cost, inventory, and manufacturing accounting operations. 
• 5+ years demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience with strong initiative thinking, analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in the Manufacturing Sector…Semiconductor, Electronics, Equipment, Machinery, Aerospace, Automotive, etc.
• Ability to receive assignments in form of objectives with goals and process to meet goals outlined.
• Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to work in a matrixed organization while keeping a clear understanding of the objectives and financial commitments of the businesses.

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