Division Program Controller North America

Division Program Controller North America

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation, defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

The role of Division Program Controller North America is involved on a daily basis in the program life and committed to managing the financial controlling of a portfolio of programs with responsibility across all the US / North America region, which would cover the Floor to Floor Division but also the Galleys and Lavatories US Division and the Mexico Division. These programs can be multi-sites, at different stages of maturity (in development, in production) and with various customers (airlines, aircraft manufacturers). This role also serves as a key player in the sales proposal validation process.

This role is responsible for the monthly financial reporting of the assigned program portfolio and provides a detailed analysis of program operational and financial performance.

Oversight of the controlling process and assistance to operational teams on economic issues across US / MX / Can Galley / Lavatory / Bins Divisions and Floor To Floor Division

Forecasting of the main program economic and financial aggregates (revenues, gross margin, operating income, free cash flow)

Support for calculation of margins on contracts, provisions for each accounting period

Ensure the accuracy and relevance of economic forecasts and analyses

Ensure transparency and timely report on the economic situation within your perimeter to higher levels of the finance organization and your operational managers

Provide the information needed for operational accounting purposes and guarantee the quality of management oversight and financial control within your perimeter

Lead a team and provide direction across the North America locations

Work cross-functionally with key leadership

Actively manage the validation of sales proposal and program launches process

Monitor RTDI expenditures

Verify consistency between the costing model and the actual cost of first parts

In relation with sites controllers, coordinate at program level the process of estimating production costs (bills of materials, process sequences, etc.) and analyze differences, working closely with the site controlling teams and operational staff concerned

In relation with sites controllers, ensure that measures to optimize inventories / work-in progress and production costs are sufficiently robust to achieve objectives

Manage the process for preparing and updating the business plan (BP) for the program

Help justify and document accounts (IFRS 15 positions, provisions, inventories and work-in-progress, business plan, capitalization files, etc.)

Organize and produce reports and ensure management oversight at the various levels of the company's organization (monitor progress vs. forecasts, analyze differences, etc.)

Help operational managers coordinate their activities and achieve their objectives (improvement plan)

Produce economic studies as and when needed advise the operational manager of your perimeter

By your attitude and position, ensure the financial control of operational activities and contribute to decisions with an economic impact

Be the contact for external auditors related to questions on programs within scope. Especially prepare Loss on Deliveries calculation, NRV, etc.

Our suite of comprehensive benefits includes health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products / services and more! The expected salary range for this position is between $140,950 - $221,490 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.

Education : Master's degree in Business, Accounting or Engineering

Experience :

Minimum 10 years of experience in finance, including experience in operational controlling / cost accounting / program controlling

Computer Skills :

Proficiency in Office applications (Excel, Power BI, etc.)

Other Skills :

Ability to build and interpret a business plan

Project management skills

Understanding of the components of cash flow generation

Understanding of ERP and management data (purchasing / production module, etc.)

Knowledge of IFRS standards impacting program and contract accounting (IFRS 15, IAS 38)

Cross-Functional Skills :

Ability to prevent and manage conflicts

Ability to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Unquestioned business ethics, honesty, transparency and integrity

Strength of conviction, ability to make the right decisions, ability to lead and communicate and to interact at all levels within the organization and influence processes across multiple functions and stake holders

Thorough attention to detail and accuracy

Demonstrates ability to implement change and drive results

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Capacity to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment with multiple concurrent assignments

Ability to travel both domestically and internationally; travel expected to be approximately 20%

Additional Preferred Skills :

Experience in reporting and forecasting processes for a major corporation

Knowledge of the supply chain process (MRP2, S&OP, PMP, etc.)

Experience within the Aerospace industry

At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex / gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability / medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job location : North America, United States, California

City : Costa Mesa

Applicant criteria : Minimum education level achieved : Master Degree

Minimum experience level required : More than 8 years

Additional Languages preferred : English (Fluent)

ITAR Controlled Position : No