Regional Controller, EMEA

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

The Regional Controller will oversee the financial management and reporting for the region, consisting of multiple locations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with company policies, and support business unit operational leaders. The Regional Controller will work closely with the Region Finance Director, local site managers and senior management to provide financial insights, drive consistency in monthly Closing and Reporting processes, oversee Internal Controls and Compliance driving financial operations efficiency.

This is a fully remote role and it can be based anywhere in EMEA Region.

Major Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  
  
  
  • Support Finance Director and Local Managers to ensure revenues are recorded based on contractual requirements.
  • Support Plant locations to complete various activities and related journal entries for month-end close including expense accruals.
  • Manage regional external audit compliance
  • Work with internal audit team to ensure facilities follow company policies. Address and remedy any potential deficiencies.
  • Support accounts payable teams (Inhouse / Shared Services) to ensure timely expense recognition and clearance of GRNI.
  • Oversee the preparation / consolidation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all locations in the assigned regions.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
  
  
  
  
• Internal Controls & Compliance:
  
  
  
  • Ensure compliance with all internal controls, accounting policies, and local regulations for each region.
  • Conduct periodic audits of financial records and transactions to ensure accuracy and adherence to company standards.
  • Implement and monitor robust financial systems and procedures to safeguard company assets.
  
  
  
  
• Team Leadership & Development:
  
  
  
  • Manage and mentor a team of financial professionals across multiple locations within the regions.
  • Foster a collaborative environment to ensure high performance and continuous development within the finance team.
  • Provide training and support to local finance teams, ensuring consistency and adherence to financial processes across all regions.
  
  
  
  
• Strategic Partnership:
  
  
  
  • Serve as a strategic partner to regional operations leaders, offering financial insight and guidance to improve business performance.
  • Support decision-making by providing financial analysis on key initiatives, business development opportunities, and capital projects.
  • Partner with corporate finance teams to align regional objectives with overall company strategy.
  
  
  
  
• Ad Hoc Projects:
  
  
  
  • Lead or participate in special financial projects, acquisitions, integrations, or system implementations as required.
  • Assist in the implementation of new financial systems or improvements to existing processes.
  
  
  
  

Minimum Education or Certifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance
• Must be CA /CPA or MBA
• 12+ years of progressive experience in Internal audit / Accounting and Controllership functions, including at least 5 years in a managerial or regional finance leadership role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working across multiple locations or regions and managing a diverse team.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency with financial software (e.g., ERP systems, Microsoft Excel) and a general understanding of business intelligence tools.

Minimum Experience or Skills Required

• At least eight to ten years' experience in all aspects of accounting and be well versed in issues encountered by Controller.
• Displays the ability to inspire, motivate, and influence others to achieve goals and objectives.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Strong leadership skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in matrix organization and interact with departments throughout the organization.
• Prior experience in dealing with extended external outsourced teams added advantage
• Proficient knowledge of Excel and Word.

This role may require up to 50% travel between locations within the regions.

We are committed to the safety and health of our employees. We adhere to social distancing recommendations and other protocols, ensuring a safe work environment for all.

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