Finance Director

Ulti-Mate Connector, Inc.; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptiv is seeking a Director, Finance to lead financial strategy for the Engineered Cables business and own budgeting, forecasting, and results analysis. This high‑visibility role partners with Aptiv’s executive leadership to guide long‑term direction, optimize capital allocation, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include long‑range planning, strategic scenario modeling, annual plans, monthly forecasts, and executive‑ready reporting.

Qualifications

• 12-15+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate-finance experience, including leadership of multi-site or global FP&A teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Expertise in analytics, forecasting, financial modeling, operations finance, US GAAP, and ERP reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range financial planning and capital allocation for Engineered Cables.
• Translate strategy into financial targets, operating plans, and performance metrics.
• Direct annual plans, monthly forecasts, and multi-year financial models with executive reporting.
• Partner with Operations to evaluate productivity, labor, and cost reduction.
• Oversee capacity expansion, make-versus-buy analysis, and pricing strategy.
• Ensure timely month-end close and internal controls per US GAAP.
• Manage working capital and cross-site reporting across the globe.
• Coach and develop finance talent and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Executive partnership

Strategic insight

Leadership

Communication

Financial planning

Forecasting

Education

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

MBA or CPA strongly preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

ADP

Syspro

QMS

Planful

Power BI

Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

We always do the right thing, the right way.

Job Title: Director, Finance

Department: Finance

Reports To: Senior Director, Operations Finance (dotted line to VP/GM, Engineered Cables)

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $200,000 - $220,000 per year + 20% AIP

Summary: At Aptiv, we inspire the world's most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. The Director, Finance is the financial leader for the Engineered Cables business and is responsible for financial strategy, integrated business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and results analysis.

This high-visibility role partners with Aptiv's executive leadership to guide long-term financial direction, optimize capital allocation, strengthen global operational performance, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Leadership & Core Responsibilities:

• Lead long-range financial planning, strategic scenario modeling, and capital allocation for the Engineered Cables business.
• Translate business strategy into financial targets, operating plans, and performance metrics and evaluate strategic initiatives, footprint optimization, and major investments.
• Direct annual plans, monthly forecasts, and multi-year financial models and deliver executive-ready reporting on trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead financial partnership with Operations to evaluate productivity, labor efficiency, direct-material purchases, throughput, scrap, and cost reduction.
• Oversee financial evaluation of capacity expansion, make-versus-buy analysis, global footprint decisions, pricing strategy, product margins, and cost competitiveness.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end close and maintain internal controls aligned with corporate policies and US GAAP.
• Manage working capital by influencing receivables, payables, and inventory.
• Support ERP implementation and maintenance and ensure consistent reporting across global sites and functions.
• Build high-caliber talent through coaching, succession planning, and organizational design.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.

Experience: 12-15+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate-finance experience, including significant manufacturing experience and leadership of multi-site or global FP&A teams.

Regulatory Compliance: Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) due to ITAR requirements.

Technical Qualifications: Expertise in analytics, forecasting, financial modeling, operations finance, financial accounting, US GAAP, working capital, and ERP-supported reporting.

Certifications & Competencies:

Systems Proficiency: Google Workspace, ADP, Syspro, QMS, Planful, Power BI, and Microsoft SQL Server.

Core Competencies: Executive partnership, strategic insight, leadership, communication, relationship building, independent issue resolution, constructive curiosity, and technology orientation.

Compensation, Benefits & Legal:

Total Rewards & Compensation: The pay range for this position is $200,000 - $220,000 per year plus a 20% Annual Incentive Plan (AIP). Exact compensation will depend on experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. For benefits and career opportunities, visit https://www.aptiv.com/careers.

EEO Statement

Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.

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Workplace Type

On-site

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