Director of Finance

Rheinmetall; Plymouth (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Director of Finance to lead all financial activities and partner with the CFO and senior leadership. You will direct reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning for Michigan facilities.

The role requires robust experience in manufacturing FP&A, strong Excel skills, and proven leadership in a complex ERP environment, with on-site and remote work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Minimum 5 years in FP&A or plant controller roles.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and five-year plans.
• Develop standard labor and overhead rates for Michigan plants.
• Lead intercompany sales/margins reporting and month-end reconciliation.
• Drive financial strategy with executive leadership and policy enforcement.
• Analyze profitability by customer/product/part and report variances.
• Manage inventory accuracy and drive working capital improvements.
• Lead Plex ERP initiatives and coordinate site finance with operations.
• Provide on-site guidance to plant finance and local management teams.

Skills

Financial leadership

ERP systems

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Minimum of 5 years in FP&A or plant controller

Tools

Plex ERP

Job description

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.

Job Summary:

The Director of Finance is responsible for all financial aspects of Rheinmetall and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer. The position requires excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and supervisory management skills, as well as excellent knowledge, skill, and ability in every phase of financial management. The Director of Finance will play a critical role in partnering with the senior leadership team in strategic decision making and execution.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and special projects (Monthly Forecasts, Quarterly Forecasts, and five year plans)
• Develop and maintain standard labor and overhead rates for the Michigan production plants
• Utilize ERP to report Intercompany sales/margins for production sites to reconcile Intercompany sales at month end
• Execute on strategic and financial direction provided by the Executive Leadership Team
• Enhance and/or develop, implement, and enforce financial policies and procedures through systems that will improve the overall operation and effectives of the company
• Part level margin analysis and reporting around profitability focusing on customer/product/part profitability
• Ensure financial accuracy for all reporting
• Analyze and communicate operating results, highlighting variances and root causes
• Support of continuous improvement objectives
• Direct inventory accuracy including tracking variances, addressing issues timely, etc
• Drive net working capital improvements throughout the company
• Develop budgets that align with company and ownership objectives, including coordination with other departments and specific plans to execute budget objectives.
• Analyze patterns in company spending, revenue, and recommend solutions to any problem areas
• Be a Plex ERP leader driving change as needed to improve processes and use of system
• On-site management at each facility to work with plant Finance and local management teams (operations, engineering, etc.).
• Directs and assists in the completion of special projects, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the Finance Department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position directly supervises the following positions:

• Plant Controllers (4): responsible for all operational financial management
• Assistant Controller (1): responsible for all operational financial management
• Corporate Accounting Manager (1): responsible for all AR, AP, and related treasury functions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects
• Significant experience and skillset in Microsoft office
• High proficiency in data manipulation in Microsoft Excel

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing FP&A or plant controller role.

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain suitability requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA Experience
• Defense industry experience
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this role, the employee is primarily required to sit for extended periods and work at a computer, with occasional standing and walking.
• The employee may occasionally be required to use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and through virtual meeting platforms.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, such as office materials or equipment.
• Work is typically performed in a professional office environment or remotely, requiring reliable internet connectivity and the ability to participate in virtual meetings.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.