Controller

ABOUT CLAAS

CLAAS is a family business founded in 1913 and is one of the world's leading manufacturers of agricultural engineering equipment.
The company, with corporate headquarters in Harsewinkel, Westphalia, Germany, is the European market leader in combine harvesters.
CLAAS is a world leader in another major product group, self-propelled forage harvesters. CLAAS is also one of the best in global agricultural engineering with tractors, agricultural balers and green harvesting machinery. The CLAAS product portfolio also includes cutting-edge agricultural information technology. CLAAS employs 11,400 workers worldwide.  We have been in Argentina for more than 20 years and we have 10 branches distributed throughout the country to ensure a quick response to our clients.

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

Oversee all aspects of a company’s financial activities. This role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Controllers may also be involved in strategic planning and decision-making processes at the executive level.
•    The Controller will be responsible for budget management, financial analysis, forecasting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
•    Monitor financial details to ensure that legal requirements are met, reviewing company financial reports and seeking ways to reduce costs. 
•    Participates in the decision-making process of significant investments, expenses and purchases.
•    Supervise investment and cash management strategies.
•    Oversee all company accounting practices, including accounting departments, preparing budgets, financial reports, tax and audit functions.
•    Financial strategy, planning and forecasts; conferring with Sr. Controller or CFO, and other managers team members as necessary.
•    Supervise investment and cash management strategies.
•    Analyze and interpret financial data and recommend changes to improve systems and financial performance.
•    Ensure compliance with AFIP, Rentas, and local legal requirements by researching existing and new legislation, consulting with outside advisors, and filing financial reports.
•    Coordinate audit activities and implement audit recommendations.
•    Monitor financial details to ensure that legal requirements are met, reviewing company financial reports and seeking ways to reduce costs.
•    Work with human resources to design costs related strategies.
•    Participates in the decision-making process of significant investments, expenses and purchases.

REQUIREMENTS

•    A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
•    In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices.
•    Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting.
•    BSc/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field; MSc/MA is a plus.
•    Advanced Ms Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Powerpoint).
•    Advanced SAP Fi & Co.
•    English level (advance).