Plant Finance Controller II

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; Villagrán; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Plant Finance Controller II at our Villagran, MX site to lead the financial controlling function for this manufacturing operation. You will own budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business partnering with operations to drive performance.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in FP&A/controlling in manufacturing, strong ERP and Excel skills, and a proven track record leading teams and delivering actionable insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• MBA/CPA considered a plus.
• 5+ years in FP&A, Controlling, or Finance roles in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budget, forecast, and long-range planning processes.
• Analyze performance against KPIs and provide actionable insights.
• Develop business cases and financial evaluations for investments and projects.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closings and ensure accurate reporting.

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis

Budgeting & Forecasting

Cross-functional Leadership

Strategic Decision Support

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Excel & Modeling

Job description

Job Posting Title

Plant Finance Controller II

Legal Entity

GKN Driveline Mexico Trading SA de CV (Mexico)

Job Description Summary

Lead the financial controlling department at Villagran 1

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Business Performance

• Lead the annual budget, forecast, and long-range planning processes.
• Analyze business performance against financial and operational KPIs.
• Develop business cases and financial evaluations for strategic initiatives, investments, and projects.
• Provide financial guidance to support decision‑making and achievement of business targets.
• Identify risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions to improve financial results.

Financial Management & Controlling

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards.
• Monitor and control operating expenses, capital expenditures, and working capital performance.
• Analyze variances versus budget, forecast, and prior year results, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Support audits and coordinate responses to internal and external audit requirements.

Reporting & Business Insights

• Develop, enhance, and standardize financial reporting tools, dashboards, and management reports.
• Provide insightful analysis of financial trends, business results, profitability, and operational performance.
• Translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations for leadership teams.
• Present financial performance reviews to management and key stakeholders.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial data integrity.
• Monitor compliance with corporate financial policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.
• Identify and address control gaps, process inefficiencies, and compliance risks.
• Support implementation and monitoring of compliance programs across the organization.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management

• Build strong partnerships with operational, functional, and leadership teams.
• Act as a trusted advisor by providing financial expertise and recommendations.
• Support business leaders in evaluating alternatives, assessing risks, and optimizing resource allocation.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to achieve organizational objectives.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Support implementation and enhancement of financial systems, tools, and reporting platforms.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, automation, data quality, and financial processes.
• Promote best practices in forecasting, reporting, analysis, and financial governance.

Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop members of the Finance Controlling team.
• Establish clear objectives and performance expectations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-performance execution.
• Communicate priorities and align team activities with organizational strategy.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), or Controlling roles.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and operational environments preferred.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business partnering.
• Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Competencies

Business & Financial Acumen

• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Cost Management and Budgeting
• Financial Reporting
• Business Case Development
• Strategic Planning
• Risk Management
• Internal Controls & Compliance

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Commercial Mindset
• Decision Making
• Accountability
• Stakeholder Management
• Influence and Communication
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Development

Success Measures

• Achievement of budget and forecast accuracy targets.
• Timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Effective management of financial risks and internal controls.
• Improvement in operating performance and cost efficiency.
• High-quality business insights supporting strategic decisions.
• Successful development and engagement of the Finance team.
• Compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills and Education

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• MBA, Master’s Degree, CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred.

Technical Skills

• • Advanced Financial Analysis
  • ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel and Financial Modeling
  • Financial Reporting Tools and Business Intelligence Platforms
  • Data Analysis and Dashboard Development

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

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