Controlling Analyst

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Valparaiso, IN, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Energy • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Supports plant leadership through financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cost reduction, inventory and fixed-asset controls, standard costing, capital expenditure requests, and month-end/year-end closing. The role ensures accurate financial reporting, monitors compliance, collaborates with manufacturing and engineering teams on savings initiatives, and supports special projects.
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Company Description

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

    Job Description

    We are looking for a motivated team member who is eager to grow, learn, and make an impact. This role is a great opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career and apply their existing skills in new ways. We value curiosity, adaptability, and a strong desire to continue developing professionally. If you are passionate about learning and contributing to a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.

    HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

    • Support the Plant Manager and Plant Operations team with analysis, reporting, and decision support
    • Develop and implement actions/plans to meet the operational targets, strategic goals, and customer/market requirements
    • Analyze plant expenses and variances (as e.g. material price variations, manufacturing variations, freight variations, period expense variations etc.) providing recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance
    • Responsible for the reporting in month-end/year-end closing as well as for the budget planning and forecast (P&L, Balance Sheet, Working Capital, Headcount, Investments etc.)
    • Ensure financial reports are accurate and submitted on time
    • Support the forecast and budgeting processes in the plant
    • Monitor controls across the plant to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
    • Ensure accuracy of the physical inventory and reported results
    • Responsible for fixed assets analysis and fixed assets inventory count
    • Manage and review standard cost calculations on new products as well as yearly update of Standard costs at year-end
    • Responsible for Capital Request within the plant, including financial analysis & management summary as well as tracking of capital expenditure as needed
    • Collaboration with the manufacturing and engineering teams to calculate cost savings opportunities and tracking of actual savings
    • Prepares feedback for Ad-hoc requests from Sector, BA, and Plant
    • Assist in the completion of special projects

    Qualifications

    • WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

    • Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, or related field
    • 5+ years of financial/analytical/accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
    • Advanced MS Office knowledge, especially Excel and PowerPoint
    • Experience with SAP
    • Strong understanding of finance/accounting principles
    • Understanding of US-GAAP and IFRS accounting
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Strong ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
    • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
    • ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

    • Preferred knowledge of automation tools e.g. Power BI, Knime, etc.
    • Experience within a production environment

    Additional Information

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    Skills Required

    • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field
    • 5+ years of financial, analytical, or accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
    • Advanced MS Office knowledge, especially Excel and PowerPoint
    • Experience with SAP
    • Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles
    • Understanding of US GAAP and IFRS accounting
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
    • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
    • Knowledge of automation tools such as Power BI or KNIME
    • Experience within a production environment
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    The Company
    20,000 Employees
    Year Founded: 1871

    What We Do

    ContiTech is a leading industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe, and convenient material-based solutions using rubber, plastics, metal, and fabric. It serves diverse industrial sectors, including off-highway mobility, mining, agriculture, construction, energy management, and the automotive industry, providing system-critical components like hoses, conveyor belts, and air springs for challenging industrial environments globally.

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