Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will coordinate the company’s financial management strategy. You will supervise accounting, finance, and procurement departments :
1.Financial & Accounting Management :
Ensure monthly and annual Group reporting in accordance with US GAAP
Communicate financial results to Finance and Operations teams in the US and Europe
Collaborate with Shared Services in Europe
Prepare monthly and annual forecasts (budget), including P&L, and balance sheet for the site
Coordinate and ensure compliance with all tax déclarations.
Analyze and/or calculate inventory valuation and excess/obsolete reserves, Produce monthly activity analysis and KPIs for Site Management : Propose improvement actions based on performance analysis; Supervise customer payment follow-ups in coordination with Shared Services and manage dispute resolution; Monitor cash flow and take actions to optimize it
Ensure year-end closing under French accounting standards
Prepare and coordinate external audits (Statutory Auditors)
2.Procurement Department
Organize the purchasing function in coordination with the European Procurement Director
Validate and manage site commitments (purchase requests and investments)
3.ASAT :
Perform internal control testing (ASAT – FBP & IMEX) and follow up on action plans
Education / Professional Experience
Technical & Soft Skills
Fluent English
Pratique des normes comptables françaises et US Gaap
Excellent command of general and analytical accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with financial/management software
Knowledge of management control (controlling)
Change management skills (training, communication, etc.)
Team management experience
Ability to prioritize tasks
Stress management skills
Decision-making ability
Strong analytical and synthesis skills
Methodical and detail-oriented
Persuasive and able to influence others
Ability to lead and motivate teams
Skills Required
- Degree level: Bachelor's to Master's
- 5 to 10 years of experience in an international company
- Fluent English
- Knowledge of French and US GAAP accounting standards
- Experience with financial/management software
Howmet Aerospace Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement contributions include an automatic employer contribution plus a strong dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match for eligible U.S. salaried employees, enhancing total compensation. Feedback highlights retirement benefits as a relative strength compared with many large manufacturers.
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Healthcare Strength — Core health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, and feedback suggests the health plans are viewed positively. Health coverage is frequently characterized as solid and reliable.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered decent or competitive in many roles and locations, with hourly positions often able to lift earnings through overtime. Feedback indicates salary ranges for common technical roles align with broader aerospace manufacturing markets.
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What We Do
Howmet Aerospace Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft to operate with a lower carbon footprint.
