Divisional Controller

Howmet Aerospace

. Provide financial leadership, controllership, and strategic business support for the division and headquarters organization .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeTorrance • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $200,000 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial leadership, controllership, and strategic business support, with a strong focus on U.S. GAAP compliance, financial reporting, and operational finance. Proven ability to lead finance teams, drive process improvements, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.

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Financial LeadershipU.S. GAAP ComplianceControllership ExperienceBudgeting and ForecastingERP Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingFinancial AnalysisBusiness Performance ManagementOperational FinanceInternal ControlsAudit ManagementCost Center ManagementCash Flow ManagementAccruals ManagementInventory Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsLeadership Skills

Tools & Technologies

OracleERP SystemsFinancial Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMAMBA

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingAerospaceIndustrialFinancial ControllershipStrategic Planning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide financial leadership, controllership, and strategic business support for the division and headquarters organization
Lead division controllership activities and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
Review consolidated financial results, including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, reserves, and key financial metrics
Provide oversight and guidance to site Controllers and finance teams
Serve as Controller for the headquarters organization, overseeing operating expenses, functional budgets, accruals, headcount, and cost centers
Lead annual planning, forecasting, and long-range planning activities
Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights to senior leadership
Partner on capital investments, productivity initiatives, restructuring activities, and other strategic priorities
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX requirements, company policies, and internal control standards
Lead internal and external audit activities and resolve identified issues
Oversee working capital, including inventory, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash performance
Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, and reporting
Lead, coach, and develop finance professionals
Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the BU President and senior leadership team
Create, structure, and drive strategy with the divisional lead team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including significant experience in controllership, financial reporting, planning, or operational finance
5+ years of leadership experience within a complex, multi-site organization
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements
Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and business performance management
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business partnership skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with and influence senior leaders
Ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items
Experience working in a manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, or similarly complex environment preferred
CPA, CMA, MBA, or other relevant professional certification preferred
Experience with Oracle or other large ERP systems and financial reporting tools preferred