Integrated Supply Chain Controller, Chemical Manufacturing
Akzo Nobel

We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

The Integrated Supply ChainCluster Controller will provide Finance Business Partnering to the site manager and drives the Manufacturing and Site strategy for the production facility in Pontiac, Michigan.

This is a hands-on Manufacturing Controller position which will lead the monthly financial statement close process to ensure the critical preparation of monthly reporting. Will build relationships with Business Unit personnel to review and understand local plant operations, metrics and results. Will also challenge the status quo with recurring processes to make the team more efficient with the ability to focus on strategic and value-added activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures and supports correct product costing, reviewing the costing related inputs in finance database periodically.
• Develops and delivers relevant financial analyses that enables and drives performance management of Integrated Supply Chain operations in scope. Leverages Local and Regional Financial Planning and Analysis counterparts and Central and Regional Integrated Supply Chain counterparts and resources.
• Manages an efficient and effective, accurate and timely financial reporting and planning cycle for the supported sites/Integrated Supply Chain organization in scope to include Manufacturing, Supply Chain and local procurement. This includes amongst others the accurate and up to date product costing, logistical cost control and planning, operating work capital (inventories and suppliers) management and Capex planning.
• Ensures accounting/reporting for Integrated Supply Chain operations are in scope and aligns with Finance Operations where needed.
• Supports the Americas Supply Chain Controller in the local implementation of Regional Supply Chain projects and initiatives and supports the Integrated Business Planning process which includes also the necessary linkages to commercial finance counterparts.
• Ensures that Integrated Supply Chain decisions are aligned with long term value creation objectives, within the applicable financial and other frameworks (such as corporate policy, strategic, operational, legal, social responsibility etc..)
• Ensures that adequate controls are in place and aligned with AkzoNobel's control framework.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or related field. Master of Science in related field preferred.
• 6 years' experience in multiple finance positions in an industrial/manufacturing environment (this very much depends on the site and the profile of the candidate).
• High level of customer orientation, strategic orientation, results orientation, change management, ownership and collaboration.
• Effective analytical, problem-solving and pragmatic skills.
• Strong team player with good interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively with site management and team members.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office to include advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint. High proficiency in SAP and additional business applications.

Rewards and Benefits

The salary range for these skills is: $110,000.00 - $122,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Perks for Joining AkzoNobel!
Medical insurance with HSA • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Annual bonus • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Paid Parental leave • Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks • Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale • Tuition Reimbursement • Career growth opportunities • Employee referral bonus

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Requisition ID: 44032

Nearest Major Market: Detroit

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