Job Description: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Senior Industrial Controller
LOCATION: West Henrietta / New York (US-NY), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 7594 | JOB GRADE: 14
| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site
Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Senior Industrial Comtroller
This role will serve as the Leader of the Industrial Controlling Team for the KBSO & KBSI sites and will manage one direct report.
The Industrial Controlling Team’s Key Responsibilities include:
Budgeting
Lead the preparation of the annual budget process
Develop and maintain budgets for all overhead costs (to include POH and NPOH).
Conduct budget workload analysis to ensure that sufficient direct labor resources are considered and aligned with operational expectations.
Calculate and manage hourly rates and indirect cost coefficients
Forecasting
Monitor and adjust forecasts to align with changes in operational plans.
Lead the KBS formal forecasting process: 4 forecasts due in January, June, September, and November
Variance Analysis
Conduct in-depth variance analysis comparing actual performance against forecasts and budgets.
Investigate the root causes of variances in overhead costs and/or cost recovery
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to management based on variance trends.
Capex
Ensure that Capex expenditures are represented properly within the budgeting and forecasting processes.
Serve as Finance Lead for full capex lifecycle from budgeting the Capex investment to placing assets in service
Ensure compliance with Finance Policy for physical verification of fixed assets
Internal Control
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with KBS Internal Controls related to Industrial Controlling
Test and provide support for various controls as needed per policy
Additional requirements specific to this leadership role:
Collaborative Partnerships:
Act as a strategic finance partner to other finance leaders, ensuring cohesive and aligned financial planning and reporting across all departments.
Support departmental financial leaders with expertise in financial modeling, analysis, and reporting, enabling informed decision-making.
Performance Metrics and Reporting:
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track Industrial Controlling performance against budget and forecast targets
Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for senior management, stakeholders, and external parties as required.
Tools & PMI (Post-Merger Integration)
Lead the Industrial Controlling team through PMI efforts with respect to changes in tools such as Alista, ALPS, SAP/GSI, Power Query/Pivot/BI, etc
General Leadership
Provide ongoing coaching and professional development, helping team to grow their skill set and achieve their career goals
Foster a collaborative, growth-oriented environment that promotes employee engagement and long-term success
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Science, or a related field; MBA or CFA qualification is highly preferred.
A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in finance or accounting, with significant exposure to overhead costs, cost recoveries, budgeting and forecasting.
Expertise in financial modeling software and tools (e.g., Excel (specifically Power Query & Power Pivot), SAP, PowerBI, etc.).
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into comprehensive and actionable business insights.
Proven experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
The base pay range for this role is $94,200 - $174,900 . The company reasonably expects to pay within that range, however, KB-Signaling considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
What does Bendix have to offer you? - Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off - 401k Plan with Company matching - Retirement Savings Plan - Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement) - Wellness Program and incentives - Hybrid Work policy - On-Site Fitness Center - On-Site Cafeteria with Healthy menu options - Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:
Company-Paid Benefits: - Basic Life Insurance - Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance - Short Term Disability - Business Travel Accident Insurance - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: - Medical and Prescription insurance - Dental insurance - Vision insurance - Supplemental Life Insurance Plans - Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family - Long Term Disability - Accident Plan - Critical Illness Plan - Hospital Indemnity Plan - Legal - Identity Theft and Fraud Protection
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
