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Assistant Controller - Multiple US Locations! - 300001393518462

DESCRIPTION: Job Summary: Howmet Engines is looking for Assistant Controllers!

The Assistant Controllers support the Plant Controllers in the direct supervision of the day-to-day general accounting functions and coordination month end closing process, and daily/weekly monthly financial reporting. Assist in the development of financial plans and forecasts, and the analysis of operational results. Prime day-to-day responsibility will be cost accounting; monitor and report inventories, standard cost revisions and the operating budget and forecast will be key responsibilities.

This is a key role at our locations with the opportunity to have an impact on our operations and to quickly gain visibility in the Engines organization.

Note: This is a pipeline requisition for future talent needs and does not represent one specific job opening. Your interest will be reviewed for openings based upon your background and disclosed work preference.

Specific Responsibilities Include: * Assist with General Accounting functions such as financial reporting, fixed assets management, inter-company accounting, and daily expense analysis. * Assist with month end closing including preparing and posting of journal entries and reconcile monthly ledger accounts and help establish accounting policies and procedures. * Assist in monitoring and managing Raw material, Work-in-process, and Finished goods inventory. * Assist in establishing and monitoring standard cost for each product and monitor MRP reports like Inventory, cost absorptions and variances. Manage and analyze standard costs, BOM and routers. * Assist in the preparation of the monthly business review and Business Unit Staff meeting packages. * Assist in financial, internal, and governmental audits to maintain compliance. * Perform a monthly testing of internal controls including SOX controls using Audit and self-assessed tools (ASAT) to ensure compliance with corporate standards and document observations using an online portal. * Assist controller in monthly/quarterly/annually forecasting/budgeting as needed. * Assist controller to monitor and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and Key Financial Indicators (KFI) to identify operational processes inefficiencies and recommend necessary improvements. * Provide budget and project analysis for capital expenditure. Assist controller with financial payback and ROI analysis on capital projects as well post-implementation project review on completed projects. * Participate in the company's continuous improvement projects to assist in identifying opportunities and implement cost-saving objectives. * Assist on special projects for plant, division & corporate management.

Basic Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Accounting is required * Must have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience * Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel and PowerPoint * 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; * This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and 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.