Director
Woodward · Niepolomice, Poland
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Lead the Industrial segment accounting team, own US GAAP financial statements, closings, controls and SOX compliance.
“Relocation & educational support”
About The Role We are seeking an experienced Industrial Controller to serve as the accounting leader for Woodward’s Industrial segment. In this highly visible leadership role, you will have full ownership of the segment’s financial statements, closing processes, accounting controls, and compliance, while acting as a strategic finance partner to the Segment President and leadership team. You will lead a global accounting organization, combining strong technical accounting expertise with business insight to drive financial performance, strengthen controls, and continuously improve processes and systems. You will also play a key role in the segment’s digital transformation, including SAP S/4HANA implementation, process standardization, automation, and opportunities to leverage AI. What You Will Do Lead all accounting activities for the Industrial segment, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, local GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Own monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Oversee key accounting areas including revenue recognition, inventory and cost accounting, reserves, accruals, and other significant accounting judgments. Partner closely with the Segment President, Industrial Operations Finance, and leadership teams to provide insights into business performance, profitability, working capital, cash flow, and operational metrics. Support strategic initiatives, capital investments, acquisitions, restructurings, and growth opportunities by providing guidance on accounting and financial implications. Maintain a strong internal control and SOX environment, lead remediation of control deficiencies and audit findings, and coordinate internal and external audits. Drive continuous improvement and digital transformation by simplifying and standardizing processes, eliminating manual activities, and identifying opportunities for automation and AI. Support SAP S/4HANA implementation across Industrial segment locations and optimize the use of financial systems and technologies. Partner across Corporate Accounting, Operations Finance, Tax, Treasury, Government Accounting, and other functions to meet financial and regulatory requirements.
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