Metal/ Plant/ Cost Controlling Sr. Manager

About Umicore

Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.

About Automotive Catalysts

We all have the right to breathe clean air, and at Umicore, we are a world leader in the production of automotive emission control catalysts. Our technologies enable on-road and non-road applications to meet environmental standards around the world. Our products have prevented billions of tons of harmful gases and particles being released into the atmosphere. To enable our customers to produce even cleaner engines we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.

Your Key Accountabilities

• Financial Management & Reporting

  • Lead and develop the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
  • Prepare and analyze internal financial reports and provide meaningful recommendations to support business decisions.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiencies, and enhance overall productivity.
  • Ensure accurate product and service costing to support business profitability.

  Budgeting & Planning

  • Manage the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
  • Monitor budget-to-actual performance and provide variance analysis to management.
  • Recommend corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.

  Credit, Risk & Cash Management

  • Ensure compliance with company credit policies to minimize bad debt exposure.
  • Manage cash resources to optimize liquidity, reduce financing costs, and maximize investment returns.
  • Oversee the Trading Department to ensure adherence to hedging policies and mitigate financial risk.

  Inventory & Operational Support

  • Oversee monthly inventory counts and inventory reconciliations.
  • Ensure the accuracy of inventory valuation and financial controls related to inventory management.
  • Support reporting requirements and troubleshoot issues within SAP and other business systems.

  Leadership & Business Support

  • Provide leadership and guidance to finance staff and cross-functional teams.
  • Oversee purchasing, facility management, and customer service functions as required.
  • Support business growth initiatives and sales activities through financial insight and analysis.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Who we are looking for

Education & Professional Designation

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, or CMA).

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive financial management and supervisory experience.
• Experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and inventory controls.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Required Competencies

• Strong financial and credit analysis capabilities.
• Strategic and conceptual thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Results-oriented with a strong sense of accountability.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership and team development abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Additional Information

• This is a replacement position.
• Salary Range: $110,200 – $134,000 annually commensurate with experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
• Artificial Intelligence Disclosure: Umicore does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants during the recruitment process.

What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?