Job Posting Title

Plant Finance Controller II

Legal Entity

GKN Driveline Mexico Trading SA de CV (Mexico)

Job Description Summary

Lead the financial controlling department at Villagran 1

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Business Performance

- Lead the annual budget, forecast, and long-range planning processes.
- Analyze business performance against financial and operational KPIs.
- Develop business cases and financial evaluations for strategic initiatives, investments, and projects.
- Provide financial guidance to support decision‑making and achievement of business targets.
- Identify risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions to improve financial results.

Financial Management & Controlling

- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
- Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards.
- Monitor and control operating expenses, capital expenditures, and working capital performance.
- Analyze variances versus budget, forecast, and prior year results, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
- Support audits and coordinate responses to internal and external audit requirements.

Reporting & Business Insights

- Develop, enhance, and standardize financial reporting tools, dashboards, and management reports.
- Provide insightful analysis of financial trends, business results, profitability, and operational performance.
- Translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations for leadership teams.
- Present financial performance reviews to management and key stakeholders.





Internal Controls & Compliance

- Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial data integrity.
- Monitor compliance with corporate financial policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.
- Identify and address control gaps, process inefficiencies, and compliance risks.
- Support implementation and monitoring of compliance programs across the organization.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management

- Build strong partnerships with operational, functional, and leadership teams.
- Act as a trusted advisor by providing financial expertise and recommendations.
- Support business leaders in evaluating alternatives, assessing risks, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to achieve organizational objectives.

Systems & Process Improvement

- Support implementation and enhancement of financial systems, tools, and reporting platforms.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, automation, data quality, and financial processes.
- Promote best practices in forecasting, reporting, analysis, and financial governance.

Leadership

- Lead, coach,



and develop members of the Finance Controlling team.
- Establish clear objectives and performance expectations.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-performance execution.
- Communicate priorities and align team activities with organizational strategy.

Experience

- 5+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;), or Controlling roles.
- Experience supporting manufacturing and operational environments preferred.
- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business partnering.
- Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Competencies

Business & Financial Acumen

- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Cost Management and Budgeting
- Financial Reporting
- Business Case Development
- Strategic Planning
- Risk Management
- Internal Controls & Compliance

Leadership Competencies

- Strategic Thinking
- Commercial Mindset
- Decision Making
- Accountability
- Stakeholder Management
- Influence and Communication
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Development

Success Measures

- Achievement of budget and forecast accuracy targets.
- Timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Effective management of financial risks and internal controls.
- Improvement in operating performance and cost efficiency.
- High-quality business insights supporting strategic decisions.
- Successful development and engagement of the Finance team.
- Compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills and Education

📌 Plant Finance Controller II (Villagrán)
🏢 AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing
📍 Villagrán