SITE CONTROLLER SAN JUAN DEL RIO

Overview Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation.
Founded in the UK in , we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries.
Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.
We are a purpose driven organisation.
Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life.
We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.
The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.
Key Figures.
Revenue £m ( employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio.
A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.
Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.
Responsibilities The Financial Controller will carry out accounting, analysis, reporting and control activities for the new manufacturing site in San Juan Del Rio, MX, ensuring finance activities are carried out efficiently and effectively.
The Controller is responsible for directing the organization’s accounting functions, which include managing the staff and maintaining accounting policies, practices, and procedures.
The person will also be expected to work in accordance with best practice and the Morgan Responsible Business Program, take an active part in delivering a high commitment to Environment, Health and Safety under Morgan’s global programs.
The San Juan Del Rio Financial Controller will also work closely with the global finance teams to ensure important coordination on processes, information sharing, receivables collection, supplier payments and other business-critical functions.
Essential Functions.
Responsibility for all operational accounting functions e.
., cost accounting, variance analysis, working capital control etc.
Coordinating with the central finance teams to ensure legal/statutory compliance and tax efficiency for the San Juan Del Rio Site 3 operation.
Work closely with other SJDR finance teams.
Work with Site Managers to review cost variances and assist in developing mitigation plans.
Prepares reports which summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.
Prepare forecasts and annual budgets.
Drive an effective approach to budgeting, forecasting, and reporting which supports the business needs and dovetails with the accountancy process in place and provide an insightful overview of business performance.
Ensure the business maintains robust internal controls which will ensure compliance with financial regulations and group policies.
Ensuring the balance sheet is reconciled and controlled effectively (g., ensuring appropriate inventory valuation, fixed asset register maintained etc.) Preparation of company reporting pack Interface with external and internal auditors.
Liaise and interface with external agencies and Morgan’s specialist (tax, insurance) Direct external audits of company’s accounts.
Prepare reports required by regulatory agencies as needed Participate in annual physical inventory, determine level of participation in quarterly inventory Oversee finance record retention and archival / shipment to storage and appropriate catalogue of electronic finance records.
Other duties as assigned by Director   Qualifications Five years plus related experience/training.
Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration.
Certified Public Accountant preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish / English) required.
Ability to speak English at an intermediate or above level required.
Ability to clearly present ideas and reports in written and verbal format in English required.
Experience of ownership of financial reporting and control working for a global multinational company.
Demonstrable significant experience of operational/manufacturing finance (g., standard cost accounting, variance analysis, financial control, etc.).
Ability to advise on operational and strategic financial matters.
Highly analytical.
Prefer knowledge of Microsoft D365, Power BI, Excel.
ead, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents.
Analyze variances and recommend corrective actions.
Respond to common inquiries from regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Effectively present information to management.
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Occasionally perform tasks not described in this job description to meet the requirements of this position This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
All applicants must be a Citizen of Mexico or Permanent resident alien of the United States; Physical Requirements.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
On-site presence will be required.
Must be capable of sitting and using a computer for extended periods of time throughout the workday Must be capable of occasional travel.
Must have the ability to walk a large the production floor multiple times per day, administer trainings and engage with a large employee population.
Responsible for the general administration of information throughout the facility.
Required to talk or hear.
Required to pass eye tests.
Required to stand, walk, and sit.
Required to use finger, handle, feel & reach with hands & arms.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus, close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer Ind-1