Controlling Analyst

Continental Industry; Wahpeton (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Industry is seeking a Finance/Controlling professional to perform financial analysis, planning, forecasting, and actual reporting with a focus on operational controlling. The role supports monthly closes, cost accounting, inventory analysis, and internal controls while collaborating with international teams on production topics and ensuring compliance with corporate reporting requirements.

The candidate will manage standard cost systems, cost quotes for new product sales, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or related field
• 2+ years of professional experience in accounting/finance/controlling
• Experience in product costing
• Advanced MS Office skills
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA preferred
• Strong understanding of finance/accounting principles
• Experience with international teams on production topics and cross-cultural collaboration
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Visa sponsorship for Continental employees only
• Proficient in English

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
• Support monthly close process
• Assess monthly inventory, COGS, and variance analysis
• Maintain perpetual inventory and monitor cycle counts
• Manage and maintain standard cost system
• Prepare cost quotes for new product sales
• Review and resolve inaccuracies in daily reporting
• Analyze the cost accounting structure to provide actionable information
• Prepare monthly scorecard data and ratios for management
• Establish and maintain internal controls
• Assist with budgeting/projection process
• Ensure compliance with corporate reporting requirements and deadlines
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry.

With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

Job Description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES OF POSITION

The mission of the position is to perform financial analysis and standard reporting activities on their area of responsibility, including Planning, Forecast and Actual Reporting, with focus on operational controlling.

Job Description

• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules;
• Supports monthly close process;
• Assess monthly inventory, COGS, and variance analysis;
• Maintains perpetual inventory and monitors cycle counts;
• Manages and maintains standard cost system;
• Prepares cost quoting for new product sales;
• Reviews and resolves inaccuracies in daily reporting;
• Analyze the cost accounting structure and its components to produce quality information for management decisions;
• Prepares monthly scorecard data and ratios for management;
• Establishing and maintaining internal controls;
• Assisting with the budgeting/projection process;
• Ensure compliance with corporate reporting requirements & deadlines;
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or related field
• 2 or more years of professional experience in various accounting, finance and/or controlling functions
• Experience in product costing
• Advanced MS Office Package knowledge
• Experience with SAP S/4 HANA preferred
• Strong understanding of finance/accounting principles
• Experience in working with international teams on production topics and understanding of foreign cultures
• Strong ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Visa sponsorship for Continental employees only
• Proficient in English

Additional Information

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as… (i.e., safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves etc).
• The job is within a non-climate-controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise.
• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Frequent walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for handling small parts and tools.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.