Division Program Controller North America
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General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), 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.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.
Reference number
2025-167626
Job details
Domain
Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile
Finance and management - Management control
Job title
Division Program Controller North America
Employment @type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip.
Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Division Program Controller North America, you'll play a pivotal part on our Finance team.
In collaboration with sites controllers, program managers, divisions' management and more generally with all operational departments involved in the program (sales, purchasing, production, engineering, etc.) this role 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 uses the company's information systems and processes and works in conjunction with members of the program teams, project managers, operations PMOs and operational managers in the perimeter to which assigned.
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
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
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.
Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include 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.
Candidate skills & requirements
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: (not required)
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.
Annual salary
$140,950 - $221,490 USD
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, California
City (-ies)
1620 Sunflower Avenue CA 92626 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: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
No
