Finance Manager/Plant Controller

Hydro Aluminium Metal a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire rods and high-purity aluminum with a global production network of around 5,000 employees. With primary metal production facilities in Europe, Canada, Australia, Brazil and Qatar, and recycling facilities throughout Europe and in the U.S., two-thirds of our primary aluminum production is based on renewable energy.

Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.

Hydro Aluminium Metal a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire rods and high-purity aluminum with a global production network of around 5,000 employees. With primary metal production facilities in Europe, Canada, Australia, Brazil and Qatar, and recycling facilities throughout Europe and in the U.S., two-thirds of our primary aluminum production is based on renewable energy.

Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.

Job Location: Cassopolis, MI

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.
• MPA, CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting. 
• Willingness to strive to achieve companywide best practices.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: 

• Strong analytical skills.
• Application of software systems and tools:  SAP, SAP Fiori, Power BI, Oracle HFM, MS Office applications especially Excel and Outlook, Kronos, ADP, and APICS bill of materials management system (Hydro internally developed).

Job Responsibilities:

• Business Plan and KPI development, measurement, and reporting.
• Monitors and manages margins, both short-term and strategically
• Month-End close activities including P&L prep, Balance Sheet Reconciliations and monthly analysis and reporting of results and KPIs.
• Routine review of raw materials usage and inventory including various aspects of yield and BOM.
• Acts as local property tax expert in filing annual renditions and seeking tax relief opportunities as they are made available.
• Conducts, supports, and/or oversees various inventory counts on a routine (weekly/monthly/annual) basis including raw materials, finished goods, supplies, R&M parts, fixed assets, etc.
• Serves as location energy procurement expert for natural gas, electric, water, argon, and oxygen – reporting routinely on usage and price variances.
• Oversees local payroll process for both hourly and salaried personnel.
• Facilitates CAPEX plans including project justification development, routine status reporting, and all associated financial postings.
• Supports company management with data for insurance policies, audits, et al. 
• Ad hoc research and reporting as needed to support managerial decision making – whether solicited or not.
• Ensures compliance with company and local regulatory policies.

Care, Courage, & Collaboration

At Hydro We care about our People!

We care about Safety!

Apply before:

If you have any questions, please contact: 

Hiring manager
Hans Bjerkaas
Email: Hans.Bjerkaas@hydro.com
Phone: (Norway +47) 97079892

Recruiter
Jamie Bowen
Email:Jamie.Bowen@hydro.com
Phone:(United States +1) 412-400-2434

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