ER&D Manager – Program Controlling
Stellantis
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Stellantis in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking an ER&D Manager – Program Controlling to lead end-to-end financial controlling for North American engineering development programs. You will manage a team of 10 PECs, oversee budgeting, forecasting, and governance across vehicle, propulsion, and module development.
Responsibilities include multi-year budgeting, rolling forecasts, and performance reviews, with a focus on data accuracy and strategic decision support for executives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in Finance or Accounting.
- Demonstrated experience in financial controlling, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management.
- Previous experience leading teams and coordinating cross-functional financial activities.
- Strong analytical, financial management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead the North America Main Program Controlling organization, providing managerial direction, performance oversight, and operational guidance to a team of 10 Project Economic Controllers (PECs).
- Oversee end-to-end financial controlling of engineering development programs assigned to the North American market, including expenditures incurred across global engineering locations.
- Direct multi-year budgeting, rolling forecasts, monthly closing coordination, and financial performance reviews for vehicle, propulsion, and module development programs.
- Ensure financial governance of approved program investments, including budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, variance analysis, financial risk identification, and corrective action recommendations.
- Oversee program funding management, including SAP Checkbooks/WBS structures, funding availability, and purchasing requisition validation in accordance with corporate policies.
- Support Chief Vehicle Engineers, Program Management, and Engineering leadership through financial reviews, investment analysis, management reporting, and business decision support.
- Establish standardized financial controlling procedures, reporting methodologies, forecasting practices, and internal controls to improve data reliability and financial transparency across development programs.
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The ER&D Manager - Program Controlling leads the organization responsible for end-to-end financial controlling of engineering development programs assigned to the North American market, regardless of the geographic location where development activities are performed.
The position oversees financial controlling activities across Main Programs, including vehicle development (Top Hats/Platforms), Propulsion Systems (Engines/Transmissions), and Modules (Connected Services, Autonomous Driving, Electrical and Electronic Architecture, and Audio & Infotainment Systems).
The Manager leads a team of 10 direct reports, responsible for program financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, expenditure monitoring, funding governance, and financial performance management. The position reports directly to the Director, ER&D Controlling - North America and partners with Program Chief Vehicle Engineers (CVEs) and their teams, as well as with other ER&D NA Controlling members.
- Lead the North America Main Program Controlling organization, providing managerial direction, performance oversight, and operational guidance to a team of 10 Project Economic Controllers (PECs)
- Oversee end-to-end financial controlling of engineering development programs assigned to the North American market, including expenditures incurred across global engineering locations
- Direct multi-year budgeting, rolling forecasts, monthly closing coordination, and financial performance reviews for vehicle, propulsion, and module development programs
- Ensure financial governance of approved program investments, including budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, variance analysis, financial risk identification, and corrective action recommendations
- Oversee program funding management, including SAP Checkbooks/WBS structures, funding availability, and purchasing requisition validation in accordance with corporate policies
- Support Chief Vehicle Engineers, Program Management, and Engineering leadership through financial reviews, investment analysis, management reporting, and business decision support
- Establish standardized financial controlling procedures, reporting methodologies, forecasting practices, and internal controls to improve data reliability and financial transparency across development programs
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in Finance or Accounting
- Demonstrated experience in financial controlling, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management
- Previous experience leading teams and coordinating cross-functional financial activities
- Strong analytical, financial management, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems
- MBA, CPA, or equivalent advanced qualification
- Experience with SAP, financial planning, and reporting systems (OneStream, HFM, Essbase, or Power BI)
- Experience in automotive engineering controlling, FP&A, or program financial management
- Experience coordinating financial activities across international and cross-functional organizations
From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.
Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
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