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Head of Controlling Business Unit Rotary - VP

Deublin Company, an international manufacturing company, is seeking a Head of Controlling. This position is critical in driving the company’s profitable growth strategy, with a focus on organic growth and M&A, as well as improving efficiency and cash positions. This position is responsible for the day-to-day management of the finance and controlling activities (including accounting and FP&A) and partnering with the CFO on strategic development and continued growth of the business. This position will play an essential part in shaping the FICO function for the future, driving increased performance.

7/26/2024

Waukegan, Illinois

Full-time

Office

Essential Responsibilities

  • Lead the international Finance & Controlling function, by enhancing its capability and focusing the team on value add for the business.
  • Assess, challenge, and improve the financial performance of the Business Unit.
  • Assess potential M&A targets and support M&A processes.
  • Control & follow up on the return on investment of our business ventures.
  • Focus on Operations: Close tracking of productivity improvements, and ownership of selected key initiatives.
  • Launch and monitor cost control programs and drive turn-around measures in underperforming entities.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks.
  • Reviewing business processes and refining financial controls according to HOEBIGER [Parent Company] internal control system and policies
  • Ensure ambitious financial goal setting, realistic forecasting, and action-oriented monthly reporting.
  • Increase financial acumen across the business unit.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in Finance and Controlling roles in an international environment.
  • Experience leading projects and international teams.
  • Auditing or Consulting experience is a plus.
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required, CMA or CPA a plus
  • IFRS knowledge required.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset that drives business growth
  • High strategic, financial modeling, and analytical skills
  • Excellent & precise communication style (oral and written)
  • Independence, commitment, and strong interpersonal skills
  • Position requires 20%-30% travel, both domestic and international.

This position is located at our US, Waukegan, IL facility and works in the office four days per week with one day per week remote (after training/onboarding). 

 

We Offer

Deublin Company offers a stable, team-based environment with opportunities for advancement.  Our robust benefits package includes 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching contributions, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, FSA & HSA, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Educational Assistance,

Employee Assistance Program, company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability coverage and Life/AD&D Insurance.

 

Company Information

Deublin Company, a Hoerbiger Business Unit (BU Rotary) is the leading manufacturer of Rotating Unions and Electrical Slip Rings- devices that allow the transfer of pressurized fluid or electricity from a stationary source into rotating machinery.    Deublin spans the world with 13 offices including 5 manufacturing plants and wholly owned subsidiaries in Austria, Brazil, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, Poland, Singapore, Spain, United Kingdom, and the United States. In the US, Waukegan, IL, the award-winning, ISO 9001-certified manufacturing plant, comprises approximately 200,000 sq. ft. accommodating administration, sales, marketing, Engineering, manufacturing, research, and development as well as a complete training facility. 

 

HOERBIGER is active worldwide in 43 countries on all continents. 6,000 employees at 127 locations - including 25 production plants - deliver reliable solutions for better performance, more safety, and fewer emissions. In 2023, they generated sales of 1.416 billion euros. HOERBIGER’s performance-determining products and services make a difference for many renowned customers in diverse industries. As majority owner, the HOERBIGER Foundation preserves the 128-year-old entrepreneurial heritage and guarantees stability, independence, and a future-oriented strategy.

 

Deublin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Drug-Free Workplace.