Regional Controlling Manager

000305 Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership; Arkansas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership is seeking a skilled Controlling professional to lead local financial planning, monthly closures, and annual budgeting. You will monitor KPIs, manage investment planning, and ensure compliance across the manufacturing site.

The role requires a degree in accounting, several years in manufacturing, and strong Excel/Word proficiency, with English language skills preferred. Willingness to relocate and travel is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required or equivalent accounting qualification.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Professional-Level English language skills preferred.
• Experience with QAD/Manufacturing Pro is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is expected.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Defines and aligns the strategic financial plan locally by outlining goals and activities.
• Conducts monthly and year-end closure actions and the associated reporting.
• Prepares Annual Operating Plan, monitors budget deviations, KPIs, and coordinates improvement initiatives.
• Oversees investment planning and performs Investment Evaluation Analysis.
• Monitors legal and financial compliance and maintains internal controls.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Word proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

QAD/Manufacturing Pro

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Aligns the strategic financial plan locally by defining and outlining goals and activities
• Conducts monthly and year-end closure actions, including the corresponding reporting
• Prepares Annual Operating Plan, including the monitoring of budget deviations, Key Performance Indicator development, and coordinating improvement initiatives
• Oversees the investment planning process and runs the Investment Evaluation Analysis
• Monitors and ensures legal and financial compliance
• Manages the Controlling structure of the location and/or legal entity and contributes to developing tools aimed at improving financial accuracy
• Coordinates and monitors the fulfillment of all legal and internal requirements regarding Health, Safety and Environment
• Leads by example and line with the Freudenberg Guiding Principles and the Code of Conduct, while developing employees, driving Talent Acquisition and Management processes, and fostering a proactive work culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional-Level English language skills preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of standard cost accounting systems; experience with QAD/Manufacturing Pro is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, and able to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to relocate and travel as required.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicates clearly and concisely, while serving as a sparring partner to internal/external stakeholders.
• Fosters teamwork between employees and across the organization.

Value for Customers

• Drives a customer-oriented business strategy and provides indispensable support to deliver successful outcomes.

Innovation

• Envisions the impact of potential future trends and proactively drives necessary changes.
• Encourages creativity and initiative from employees.

Drive & Execution

• Inspires and motivates self and others, while taking full accountability for actions and results.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.