Plant Finance Manger

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Indiana, Bluffton
Jan 10, 2025
At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone, and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow. Job Posting Title Plant Finance Manger Job Description Summary Lead financial member of the plant management team. Responsible for managing performance reporting and financial record keeping for the organization. Ensuring the accounting policies and practices of the organization are aligned with Corporate standards and expectations. Overseeing and evaluating the activities of the accounting staff, and providing for their professional development. Preparing or leading preparation of reports that summarize and forecast business activity and financial position of the plant. Producing accurate and timely financial reports, for internal and external use, in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with section 404 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Job Description Prepare plant daily and weekly financial performance reporting's with associated deadlines Coordinate and prepare the annual budget and update forecasts monthly; and associated deadlines Prepare required schedules and documentation for internal/external auditors as requested Prepare Financial Planning & Analysis as required - Performance reporting known variance analysis, Key stats, Sales Volume Mix, Pricing, PPV, etc. & etc. reporting's on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Lead the preparation of reports summarizing and forecasting business activity and financial position, covering income, expenses, and earnings. Prepare necessary materials for plant operations review with Business Unit and Corporate Leadership Prepare Capital Appropriation Requests as necessary Prepare plant business case financial models as necessary (payback, NPV, IRR, etc.) Responsible for activity-based costing models, part profitability analysis, part/product unit cost requests, and assisting in sales quotation process Oversee and manage the financial record-keeping, reporting, and tax filing for the organization as required Coordinate all facets of the accounting functions, including with Corporate Shared Services (AR, AP, Payroll, etc.). Produce accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external use, in accordance with GAAP and compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (Section 404). Ensure accounting policies and practices align with the organization's goals and are followed. Own the month-end close / quarter-end close process- deadlines and reporting requirements Prepare account reconciliations and financial statements on a monthly basis. Perform performance reviews for all direct reports, providing professional development and mentorship. Analyze and resolve accounting issues. Other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, but not required; with a proven track record of advancing roles and responsibilities within the accounting and finance sectors. Preferred Skills: Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Analytical, forward-thinking, and methodical Hardworking, self-directed, and respected by peers Knowledgeable in manufacturing, business, accounting and finance concepts, hardware, operating systems, Microsoft Office, HFM, Plex, Oracle and other ERP systems Excellent organizational skills Eager to learn and open-minded Works with Safety as a priority Eager to learn and open-minded About AAM: As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com. Why Join #TeamAAM: As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM...and the world. AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.