Financial Controller, Cleveland Wheels

Howmet; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Controller for the Cleveland Wheels manufacturing location to coordinate financial and operational analysis, report on plan progress, and drive improvements in cost and productivity.

The role reports to the Regional Controller, The Americas and requires a strong manufacturing finance background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 8 years financial analysis experience, preferably as an Assistant Controller or Plant Controller.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide broad financial and operational analyses for the Cleveland manufacturing location.
• Report progress toward plan commitments and identify opportunities to influence performance.
• Lead monthly forecasting with variance analysis and risk/opportunity reviews.
• Oversee monthly closing process and ensure accurate journal entries.
• Lead annual operating plan including revenue, production, and working capital forecasts.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to meet targets such as labor efficiency and cost control.
• Develop and lead a high-performing finance team with clear goals and coaching.
• Participate in weekly P&L meetings to articulate changes and minimize variances.
• Coordinate compliance activities and liaise with Internal Audit and PwC.

Skills

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting

CPA preferred

MBA preferred

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

Job Info

Location: 1600 Harvard Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44105, US (On-site)

Job Schedule: Full time

Export-Controlled Data: This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Responsibilities

Howmet Aerospace is looking for a Controller to join our Howmet Wheel Systems (HWS) business unit in Cleveland, OH.

Howmet Aerospace (NYSE: HWM) creates breakthrough products that shape industries. Working in close partnership with our customers, we solve complex engineering challenges to transform the way we fly, drive, and power. Through the ingenuity of our people and cutting-edge advanced manufacturing techniques, we deliver these products at a quality and efficiency that ensure customer success and shareholder value.

Howmet Wheel Systems (HWS) is a business with a rich tradition and a bright future. We literally invented the forged wheel in 1948 and, as a result of staying close to our customers and consumers, have remained the global leader in providing safe, strong, lightweight and innovative aluminum transportation products ever since. HWS serves the commercial vehicle market and employs nearly 2,000 people at 14 locations worldwide.

Job Description:

The Controller is responsible for coordinating and providing a broad range of financial and operational analysis activities for the Cleveland manufacturing location of the HWS business unit. This position will report to the Regional Controller, The Americas and be based in Cleveland, OH.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Controller will analyze financial data, identify and report progress toward plan commitments, financial performance achievements and trends, and identify opportunities to influence financial performance.

Major Activities and Key Challenges Include:

• Provide oversight and accountability for key finance-owned performance tracking processes, including the CIP Initiatives Savings Tracker and monthly Cost Per Wheel (CPW) reporting and analysis. Ensure capital initiatives are appropriately captured, projected and actual savings are reviewed and validated by Finance, and CPW performance is accurately reported and tracked against forecast and operating targets.


• Partner with plant management to ensure weekly cost reviews are conducted with cost owners across Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and EHS - providing oversight to track spending against targets, identify savings opportunities, and support business priorities.


• Prepare bottoms‑up monthly forecast with input from Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain and Commercial. Present the forecast to Regional & Segment management teams with relevant variance analysis and risk/opportunities.


• Facilitate the monthly closing process for the Cleveland Wheels manufacturing location, ensuring journal entries are prepared and approved accurately and closing is done timely


• Lead the development of the annual operating plan, including revenue, production, profitability, expense, working capital, inventory management, cost standards, and capital investment forecasts. Establish appropriate financial controls, reporting, and review processes to monitor performance against the plan and drive corrective actions.


• Collaborate with functional leaders to deliver targets set forth by Management such as labor efficiency, scrap & indirect spend. Compare actual performance with operating plan and monthly forecast while providing necessary reports and interpretation of the results to all levels of Plant & Segment Management.


• Lead and develop a team of financial professionals by establishing clear goals, responsibilities, and performance expectations. Continue monitoring performance and accountability, while providing ongoing coaching and support.


• Participate in weekly P&L meetings with focus on articulating week‑over‑week changes and minimizing variances at closing.


• Coordinate compliance activities across all scopes and disciplines, ensuring ASATs are completed comprehensively and timely and identified gaps are documented and remediated. Serve as the primary liaison for both Internal Audit and PwC requests.


• Oversee and coordinate multiple full physical inventories annually in accordance with internal audit requirements and ensure the annual fixed asset physical inventory is completed accurately and timely.


• Perform ad hoc analyses as requested by the Regional Controller, The Americas & other leadership.


• Ensure integrity of all account reconciliations (both local and centralized) and miscellaneous inventory adjustments.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting from an accredited institution


• Minimum of 8 years financial analysis experience, preferably as an Assistant Controller or Plant Controller


• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess or currently working towards obtaining CPA and/or MBA


• Strong understanding of GAAP and auditing principles and practices


• Experience with data querying tools, Oracle, and Hyperion


• Robust background in cost accounting and/or financial analysis within a manufacturing environment


• Strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills, with an self‑motivated, team‑oriented perspective


• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products


• Ability to learn quickly, work on multiple concurrent assignments and complete assignments in a timely and organized approach

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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