Senior Unit Controller - Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Arlington Heights, IL
About the Job
Senior Unit Controller
As the Senior Unit Controller, you will coordinate, administer, and control financial operations for a large business unit or multiple business units of approximately $75-150M annual revenue while mitigating financial risk to the Company. You will provide tax, insurance and other reports required by governmental regulations. The Unit Controller will direct all aspects of accounting operations and the preparation of annual financial forecasts.
Location: Arlington Heights, IL
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/) *
Your Challenge:
+ Ensures compliance with GAAP and other regulatory or governmental requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) as well as Corporate policies and procedures.Must stay attuned to early warnings of financial problems and be able to provide suggestions on decisive action to resolve or address these problems.Administers preparation and timely filing of all financial reporting for governmental and regulatory agencies annually. (30%)
+ Provide counsel and advice to business units or management in developing objectives, strategies and tactics from an accounting and financial perspective.Measures performance against company goals, reveals obstacles to growth and develops strategies for improvements.Consistently works with abstract ideas or situations across functional areas of the business.Through assessment of intangible variables, identifies and evaluates fundamental issues, providing strategy and direction for major functional areas.Requires in-depth knowledge of the accounting function, business strategies and company goals. (25%)
+ Ensures accurate and timely reporting of financial statements and analyses and interpretation of past, present and indicated future results of the business unit, relating to sales, costs, profits and rate of return and provides reports with observation/recommendations to location management.Plays an active role in the evaluation, design and implementation of business systems and seeks ways to improve financial reporting and controls. (25%)
+ Oversees the preparation of the annual operating budgets, strategic plans, quarterly financial performance reviews, and follow up controls and comparisons relating to both short-term and long-term plans.Ensures that the BUs have adequate systems of internal control in place to effectively protect company assets, and that the operations are conducted in an efficient, cost-effective manner. (20%)
What You Bring
+ Extensive experience in a Controller or Lead accounting/finance role within the manufacturing industry.
+ University graduation or professional certification (CPA preferred).
+ Inter-company trading experience is highly desired.
+ Analytical and problem-solving skills to conduct complex and comprehensive financial analysis, assessment and evaluation of financial reporting activities.
+ Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to collaborate with senior management, colleagues, clients and vendors.
+ Ability to drive process improvements to mitigate risk and drive efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
+ Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
Who We Are
Curtiss-Wright Industrial Division, which includes the legacy brands of Arens Controls, Penny & Giles, PG Drives Technology and Williams Controls, is an excellent supplier in providing components and sub-systems which enable customer specific solutions for on- and off-highway vehicles. These include medium- and heavy-duty trucks, buses and motor coaches, construction and agricultural vehicles, materials handling, and other specialty vehicles, as well as sophisticated wheelchairs and scooters for medical mobility.
Arens Controls products comprise state-of-the-art drivetrain components, such as ‘by-wire’ and mechanical transmission shifters, as well as electronic control systems for the Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV) market.
The products are the legacy of the Arens Controls company founded in 1939 and acquired by Curtiss-Wright in 2013.
Find out more information and view our products here: https://www.cw-industrialgroup.com/About/Arens-Controls
#LI-YH1 #IND
_No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our_ _Talent Acquisition Team (TA_COE@curtisswright.com)_ _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright._
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Join the WRIGHT Team!
Over 90 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.
Our Values
What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.
Leadership
We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.
Customer Focus
We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.
Teamwork & Trust
Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.
Respect for People
We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.
Integrity
We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.
What We Offer Our Employees:
Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.
As the Senior Unit Controller, you will coordinate, administer, and control financial operations for a large business unit or multiple business units of approximately $75-150M annual revenue while mitigating financial risk to the Company. You will provide tax, insurance and other reports required by governmental regulations. The Unit Controller will direct all aspects of accounting operations and the preparation of annual financial forecasts.
Location: Arlington Heights, IL
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/) *
Your Challenge:
+ Ensures compliance with GAAP and other regulatory or governmental requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) as well as Corporate policies and procedures.Must stay attuned to early warnings of financial problems and be able to provide suggestions on decisive action to resolve or address these problems.Administers preparation and timely filing of all financial reporting for governmental and regulatory agencies annually. (30%)
+ Provide counsel and advice to business units or management in developing objectives, strategies and tactics from an accounting and financial perspective.Measures performance against company goals, reveals obstacles to growth and develops strategies for improvements.Consistently works with abstract ideas or situations across functional areas of the business.Through assessment of intangible variables, identifies and evaluates fundamental issues, providing strategy and direction for major functional areas.Requires in-depth knowledge of the accounting function, business strategies and company goals. (25%)
+ Ensures accurate and timely reporting of financial statements and analyses and interpretation of past, present and indicated future results of the business unit, relating to sales, costs, profits and rate of return and provides reports with observation/recommendations to location management.Plays an active role in the evaluation, design and implementation of business systems and seeks ways to improve financial reporting and controls. (25%)
+ Oversees the preparation of the annual operating budgets, strategic plans, quarterly financial performance reviews, and follow up controls and comparisons relating to both short-term and long-term plans.Ensures that the BUs have adequate systems of internal control in place to effectively protect company assets, and that the operations are conducted in an efficient, cost-effective manner. (20%)
What You Bring
+ Extensive experience in a Controller or Lead accounting/finance role within the manufacturing industry.
+ University graduation or professional certification (CPA preferred).
+ Inter-company trading experience is highly desired.
+ Analytical and problem-solving skills to conduct complex and comprehensive financial analysis, assessment and evaluation of financial reporting activities.
+ Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to collaborate with senior management, colleagues, clients and vendors.
+ Ability to drive process improvements to mitigate risk and drive efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
+ Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
Who We Are
Curtiss-Wright Industrial Division, which includes the legacy brands of Arens Controls, Penny & Giles, PG Drives Technology and Williams Controls, is an excellent supplier in providing components and sub-systems which enable customer specific solutions for on- and off-highway vehicles. These include medium- and heavy-duty trucks, buses and motor coaches, construction and agricultural vehicles, materials handling, and other specialty vehicles, as well as sophisticated wheelchairs and scooters for medical mobility.
Arens Controls products comprise state-of-the-art drivetrain components, such as ‘by-wire’ and mechanical transmission shifters, as well as electronic control systems for the Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV) market.
The products are the legacy of the Arens Controls company founded in 1939 and acquired by Curtiss-Wright in 2013.
Find out more information and view our products here: https://www.cw-industrialgroup.com/About/Arens-Controls
#LI-YH1 #IND
_No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our_ _Talent Acquisition Team (TA_COE@curtisswright.com)_ _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright._
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition (TA_COE@curtisswright.com) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
Join the WRIGHT Team!
Over 90 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.
Our Values
What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.
Leadership
We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.
Customer Focus
We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.
Teamwork & Trust
Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.
Respect for People
We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.
Integrity
We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.
What We Offer Our Employees:
Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.
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