Finance and Controlling Director

Job Description : FINANCE AND CONTROLLING DIRECTOR MEXICO We are looking for a Multi-Site Finance Director for a global automotive company. In this role, you will lead the accounting and finance operations across multiple manufacturing plants, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and strategic cost management. This position will drive insightful business planning and reporting, supporting data-driven decision-making across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Provide strong financial leadership to the plants leadership team, contributing to all areas of plant management. Oversee all accounting functions, including financial reporting (IFRS and local), cost accounting, budgeting, and forecasting. Manage accounting operations across multiple plant locations, ensuring consistency and efficiency. Prepare and analyse financial statements and reports, including monthly and quarterly financial results, variance analysis, and performance metrics. Plan and coordinate plant budget and business planning activities in alignment with corporate policies and practices. Administer the plant's cost control function, including coordinating the plant's forecasting, budgeting, and objectives. Monitor and enforce internal controls to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies. Ensure compliance with international accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies. Lead, mentor, and develop the Finance team, fostering a positive and high-performing work environment. Serve as the central point of contact between Mexico and divisional headquarters (North America) for financial, costing and other administrative matters. Manage interactions with internal and external auditors, ensuring accurate and timely information for audits. Partner with various departments (Supply, Manufacturing & Commercial) and cross-functional teams to achieve plants and corporate objectives. Identify and address financial issues and variances, providing recommendations for improvement. Continuously seek ways to improve financial processes and systems. The ideal candidate must to have: Experience in Automotive Industry with a strong expertise in Mexican and North America market Strong knowledge in SAP FI/CO

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