AESC is looking to add a FP&A Finance Manager to our team in Santa Clara. 

• Full-Time
• Hybrid

About AESC US LLC 

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

AESC Mission

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. 

About the Role

Responsible for overseeing financial operations and analysis within the manufacturing department of AESC. This individual plays a key role in driving financial performance, cost efficiency, and operational excellence within the manufacturing processes. The role requires a deep understanding of both financial principles and manufacturing operations, as well as strong analytical and leadership skills. They will also provide monthly financial support to the management team to ensure successful understanding and execution of financial objectives.

What You Will Do

Financial Analysis:

• Conduct regular financial analysis to monitor manufacturing costs, expenses, and variances against budgets and forecasts.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvements, and efficiency enhancements.
• Prepare financial reports, performance metrics, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Corporate finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for manufacturing activities.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Track and analyze actual performance against budgeted targets, providing insights and recommendations for corrective actions as necessary.
• Monitor and analyze actual performance against budgeted targets, providing variance analysis and recommendations to management.

Cost Accounting and Inventory Management:

• Oversee cost accounting processes, ensuring accurate allocation of costs to products and production lines and standardize costing globally
• Develop and implement cost accounting policies and procedures to maintain consistency and compliance with accounting standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to optimize inventory turnover and minimize carrying costs.

General Operations and Financial Support

• Develop and report on a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis projections/actuals on production, plant performance, inventory, spending on direct labor, direct burden, and fixed burden and associated variances.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related degree. MBA and/or CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in a progressively more complex role with finance, business planning and analysis a focus, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• 3-5+ years of direct or indirect leadership experience (may include demonstrated use of influential leadership or project/initiative management skills).
• Strong software and systems acumen (ERP experience preferred, SAP experience a plus).
• Excellent business acumen with managerial perspective and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in identifying opportunities for improvement, creating buy-in and executing ideas – increasing the productivity and effectiveness of the team and division.
• Highly motivated, forward-thinking individual with managerial ability.

What We Offer  

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees ar