Controller

With more than 120 operations and about 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, forgings, and clad products for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, this over 10 billion dollar company employs more than 20,000 people worldwide.  PCC has over 120 plants and has a presence in twenty-six states in the US and in over a dozen countries. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers and shareholders while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

Effective early February 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

PCC Airfoils, LLC, headquartered in Greater Cleveland, Ohio, is a world leader in the fast-paced, high-tech industry of investment casting.  Each of the thirteen (13) Airfoils’ locations plays an integral part in the manufacture of blades, vanes and components for use in gas turbine engines.  PCC’s parts are found on virtually all commercial & military aircraft, as well as, industrial gas turbine applications in the free world. 

The Airfoils Division is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Precision Castparts Corp, a Berkshire Hathaway Company.  The company currently has an overall sales volume of over $7 Billion, employing in excess of 34,500 individuals throughout 160 locations in the U.S. and worldwide.  PCC is seeking individuals with high personal and professional standards who will thrive in a fast-paced, goal oriented work environment.

The Douglas facility is located in south central Georgia approximately 65 miles north of the Florida state line. Douglas is centrally located between Macon, GA and Jacksonville, FL; approximately two hours drive from either city. Valdosta, GA is about one hour’s drive away. Golf, tennis, fishing and hunting are popular outdoor activities.

• Establishes or recommends to management major economic strategies, objectives and policies for the company.  Acts to link/align the major business functions to profitability, growth and cash flow.

• Manages the IT functions

• Develop and analyze the reporting of PCC Financial schedules.

• Monthly, and quarterly closing in line with company policy.  

• Prepares timely and comprehensive reports including analysis of financial data, statements, and audits covering sales, earnings, profits, working capital, cash balances and other financial metrics based on past, present and expected operations.

• Directs preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justifications.  Monitors approved budgets on a monthly basis, providing guidance and assistance where needed to management.

• Assists sales/marketing and manufacturing functions in matching financial capability of company assets and resources to the forecast for sales/shipments as well as analyzing margins and recommending actions to improve items not meeting overall objectives of company. 

• Manages financial and SOX audits with internal and external auditors and provide recommendations for procedural improvements.

• Acts as business unit Ethics Officer regarding compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and oversees all internal controls.

• Assists management with negotiation and review of Long Term Agreements with customers.

·         Serves as advisor to and strategic partner with the General Manager of the business, assisting in most decisions related to forecasts, key position hiring, new initiatives to exploit potential profit improvement opportunities, setting of plant policies and procedures, and other avenues in pursuit of operational excellence.

• Establish and implement short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.  Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the department's goals and objectives.

• Leverage strengths of the current Finance team members, help to clarify roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs in order to maximize and reach optimal individual  and organizational goals. 

• Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

BS or BA in Accounting, with CPA Certification, preferred.  

Minimum of 10 years Accounting/Finance experience with 3-5 years as the financial leader in a manufacturing environment with full responsibility for the SOX reporting, closing, financial reporting and analysis.  Experience as a financial leader at a publicly traded company required. Hands on experience with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, and reporting experience is required.  Track record of improving internal controls highly valued.

• The ability to handle high stress associated with high activity with tight deadlines.

• Exceptional analytical abilities and understanding of accounting and finance issues in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Working knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and profitability and variance analysis.

• A proactive, hands-on strategic thinker with solid problem solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation vs. simple reporting.

• Experience presenting to highest levels of management with confidence and precision.

• Solid, overall business acumen and a strong mindset for continuous improvement.

• Attention to detail and an attitude of 100% compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.

·         Work requires verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.

·         High energy level and ability to work flexible hours.

Able to meet deadlines and be accountable for quality/ quantity. Able to work flexible hours with a history of dependability as demonstrated with strong attendance record. Comfortable using a team approach to problem solving. Have strong sense of urgency. Individual must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that gets along with customers, clients, co-workers and supervisors.

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