Finance Controlling Manager

Prestwick Aerosystems; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is seeking a Finance Controlling Manager to lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance management for the Kinston site. You will partner with site leadership, HO Finance, and Europe to drive strategy, ensure accurate KPIs, and support decision making across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.

The role requires 10+ years in finance/controlling, 3+ years of management, and strong cost accounting experience, with a focus on manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field.
• 10+ years of finance/controlling experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• Experience managing stakeholders in a complex cross-functional and geographically dispersed matrix organization.
• Strong expertise in financial planning and analysis, cost accounting principles, and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage annual operating plan and quarterly forecasts.
• Lead monthly and quarterly performance reviews with senior management and provide variance analyses.
• Oversee cost accounting, CAPEX control, and balance sheet management.
• Ensure internal controls adherence and support internal control assessments.
• Mentor and develop the controlling team and collaborate with HO Finance for regional alignment.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Financial forecasting

KPI & variance analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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Job Description

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is looking for a Finance Controlling Manager to join our Finance team based in Kinston, NC. The Financial Controlling Manager for Airbus Aerosystems Kinston will be responsible for financial and business controlling activities for the site. Reporting directly to the HO Finance, they will be a key business partner for management at the Kinston site as well as key stakeholders in the US and Europe. This role will be responsible for managing the multi-year financial forecast for all products at the site and providing gap analysis of actuals to forecast and budget. In addition, he/she will establish annual performance targets through the Operative Planning process, providing accurate business forecasting through ownership of critical KPIs across the P&L, Balance Sheet and Free Cash Flow. Furthermore, the Finance Manager will work closely with other Airbus Finance personnel in Airbus Americas and Europe to ensure alignment for all planning and forecasting activities, securing the regional contribution towards global targets and KPIs of the business.

Meet the Team

Our team at Airbus Aerosystems Kinston manufactures crucial aircraft components. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your Working Environment

The Airbus Aerosystems Kinston facility sits at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, specializing in the production of large, advanced composite aerostructures. Our team builds critical components for the state-of-the-art Airbus A350 XWB, including the composite center fuselage and wing spar.

How We Care for You

Financial Rewards

Competitive pay, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP").

Work/Life Balance

Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a paid parental leave program.

Health & Welfare

Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.

Individual Development

Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path; as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes; and both national and international mobility.

Your Challenges

Management

Mentor and develop controlling team members fostering a continuous improvement environment.

Strategic business partner for functional business leaders at Kinston site providing guidance to enable optimal financial decisions.

Focal for leaders outside of the Kinston site, providing clear and accurate guidance to enable optimal business decisions.

Financial Planning, Reporting & Performance Management

Plan and execute yearly Annual Operating Plan in accordance to corporate schedules and governance. Plan and execute quarterly forecasts in accordance to corporate schedules and governance. Support the monthly and quarterly business reviews with the senior management team providing meaningful variance analysis providing a coherent business narrative to drive actions. Support the HO Finance in delivering the financial reviews to the Board of Directors, detailing the performance of the business against measurable KPIs and implementing the strategic guidance as provided by the board. Responsible for working hand in hand with operational functional leads to capture long term coordinated forecasts and develop a functional-to-finance reporting framework to ensure accuracy and transparency in project transactions and KPI reporting.

Financial Controlling

Support the monthly closing process. Responsible for controlling Capital Expenses (CAPEX). Manages the income statement and balance sheet of the business, monitoring and tracking revenue and cost accruals, tangible and intangible assets, account receivables, account payables, customer advance payments and all other item which have a material impact on the business KPIs. Monitors the free cash flow of the business, including its key underlying drivers such as working capital and other assets/liabilities. Responsible for managing the cost accounting for the Kinston site. Activity includes managing cost center reporting, rate/overhead structures, and ensuring cost allocates to appropriate products.

Internal Controls

Supports adherence to Airbus defined financial internal controls, monitoring and auditing regularly. Support the HO Finance in identifying, defining and implementing processes ensuring adherence to documented financial directives and Airbus defined financial internal controls. Supports a culture change in developing awareness of how internal controls impact business practices and processes. Supports the HO Finance in internal controls assessments and the completion of the annual ICSA campaign.

Additional Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Your Boarding Pass

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• The candidate should have a 10+ years of finance/controlling experience preferably in manufacturing environment.
• The candidate should have 3+ years of management experience.
• Managing stakeholders in complex cross-functional and geographically dispersed matrix organization.
• Possess strong subject matter expertise over the full scope of financial, planning and analysis activities including a strong understanding of cost accounting principles.
• Progressive and transformative mindset and strong behavioral capacities to act as a visible leader of 'change' in both domestic and international settings.
• Master's degree preferred but not required.

Travel Required

10% Domestic and International

Citizenship

Authorized to work in the US

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

As a leader in our field

Airbus provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

NOTE: Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Aerosystems Kinston, Inc

Employment Type: US - Direct Hire

Experience Level: Professional

Remote Type: Flexible

Job Family: Controlling

Equal Employment Opportunities

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

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This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training.

Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail].