Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

Job Description

It is a important position to work in our new greenfield facility in Mexico to learn and support to develop our new plant in Mexico.

Support the Operations Leadership Team with analysis, reporting, and decision making with focus on improvement areasEnable benchmarks to measure improvements in identified areasManage and coordinate all Controlling activities of the plantParticipate in and / or steer global or local controlling related and cross-functional projectsConduct employee dialogues, personnel development and coachingSupport Plant Management in internal and external auditsPrepare, review, and manage the plant budget and forecast (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow etc.)Monitor and analyze planned/expected outcomes versus monthly operating resultsPrepare standard production cost setting and ensure compliance with CAG policies and proceduresSupport Operations controlling to reach central targetsProvide relevant data to Management for decision-making: cost development, viability analysis, financial effectsCollaborate with other departments to ensure completion of Month-End Closing/FC processExecute plant specific month end closing processes (definition and analysis of cycles, accruals, etc.)Responsible for fixed asset analysis and fixed asset inventory countAnalyze financial reporting of manufacturing related costs (variable and fix), prepare forecast and budget based on production volumesIdentify fix cost drivers and saving potentials, drive implementation and follow-up including proper documentationResponsible for physical inventory / cycle count oversight and obsolescence reviewEnsure supervision of plant key performance data and perform regular KPI-reviewsAnalyze Data quality for continuous development of existing systems and align with Operations Controlling team on development measuresAnalyze use cases of new systems/technologies/solutions to implement for reporting purposeSupport implementation of standardized processes, improvement of processes and creation of process documentationEnsure detailed project tracking of spendingsMonitor and review approval/spending reporting on investmentsPrepare evaluation of PCA's in the plantMonitor controls to ensure compliance with company policies and proceduresSupport implementation of Sector/BA processes and corporate compliance policies within Operations Controlling in the plant Support local auditsEnsure local implementation of central controlling standardsProvide feedback and input for further development of standards regarding controlling processes (e.g., accounting process, monthly/yearly closing, methods, IT tools, etc.) to Operations Controlling

If you have a passion to win, love lean manufacturing initiatives, really like to define the methods and ensure its execution, join us in this Greenfield Endeavour!!

QualificationsDiploma, Bachelor or Master in Controlling, Finance, Economics or Accounting and/or Business Administration preferably with a focus in Controlling/AccountingMinimum of 7 years of Controlling working experienceCross-functional experience e.g., in production, supply chain, quality or CBS preferredStrong analytical skills with good communication skillsTeam oriented, analytical thinking with strong ability to work under pressure in an international environmentUnderstanding and applying project management knowledge (experience as project member / leader)Has successfully managed a project team and/or demonstrated ability to lead2 or more years in a leadership position, preferably in operational units with functional and disciplinary responsibility for other individuals Experience working in international environments Advanced English

Additional Information

At Continental we are committed to building an inclusive and discrimination-free ecosystem in Mexico, these principles are rooted in our corporate philosophy and culture. Therefore, it is totally forbidden to request a pregnancy or HIV test as part of our selection processes.

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