Financial Controller

Years of Relevant Experience

• 5+ years of professional work experience in finance, controlling and/or a related field.

Education

Required:

• Bachelors degree with a major in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

Desired:

• Master‘s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

Skills

• Financial Controlling skills
• Communication skills – written, oral, reporting and presentation
• Problem-Solving acumen: Passion for identifying and solving business problems, and proven ability to prioritize high leverage opportunities to deliver to market.
• Ability to persuade and convince others
• Analytical skills – account reconciliation, data review and analysis
• Conceptual thinking skills - process-orientation, innovative thinking regarding established methods
• Computer savvy-proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SAP experience preferred
• Integration – joining people, processes or systems
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Resource management
• Cross-functional collaboration: Ability to work and lead across countries, legal entities and functions
• Ability to work independently with strong focus on execution and driving project deadlines to completion
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to use data and qualitative insights

Specialized Skills

Required

Desired

• Success in developing strong working relationships across many layers of an organization, outside agencies and suppliers
• Comfortable working with tight deadlines; must be proactive and able to multi-task.
• Controlling skill set: demonstrated ability to control costs, perform financial analysis, and budgeting and forecasting
• Professional financial analysis experience or related experience in accounting
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Highly organized, dependable and excessive attention to detail and content accuracy
• Excellent teamwork ability and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well independently and with minimal supervision
• Support and contribute to cross-functional initiatives
• Strong computer skills, knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ThinkCell

• Experience with SAP and other Volkswagen Group systems
• Knowledge of processes and structures of Volkswagen Group
• German language skills beneficial

Work Flexibility: Physical requirements, travel requirements, work schedule, etc.

• Must be able to work when US banks are open even if it is a company holiday
• Must be willing to work outside standard work hours when required
• Must be able to work in a flexible time schedule to attend meetings with Germany

The Financial Controller for MOIA America LLC is responsible for ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely financial performance reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and project controlling across all MOIA LLC activities. This role partners closely with VWGoA Finance and MOIA GmbH Accounting/Controlling to ensure U.S.-based financial movements are correctly recorded, transparent, and compliant with applicable policies and financial standards.

The Controller leads core planning activities, supports monthly close processes, ensures strong internal controls, and provides actionable financial insights that support strategic and operational decision-making. The role further supports project-related controlling for R&D, CAPEX, and U.S.-driven pilot initiatives, ensuring full visibility and accuracy of all project‑related financials.

Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting (approx. 40%) 

• Lead annual budgeting, Planning Round submissions, and financial forecasts by consolidating inputs from business units, validating assumptions, and ensuring alignment with VWGoA and MOIA GmbH requirements.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, variance analyses, and management summaries for MOIA America LLC leadership and MOIA GmbH headquarters.
• Support Board of Directors (BoD) meeting preparations with accurate financial content, projections, and insights.
• Monitor financial performance trends, identify risks/opportunities, and support proactive decision-making.
• Ensure cost center structure accuracy, transparency of spend, and clear allocation of overhead and project-related charges.

Accounting Interface, Internal Controls & Entity Governance (approx. 30%)

• Support VWGoA Accounting during monthly close by providing required accruals, cost classifications, and financial validations.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards, VW Group policies, and internal control requirements.
• Strengthen local internal controls (approval workflows, financial procedures, documentation, reconciliations).
• Drive liquidity planning for MOIA America LLC—including intercompany loan processes and monitoring payments from ADMT GmbH.
• Act as a key contact for internal and external auditors regarding MOIA America LLC financials.
• Promote discipline and accountability in resource usage, purchasing, and cost approvals across the entity.

Project & Product Controlling (approx. 30%)

•  Perform financial controlling for MOIA America LLC projects including R&D, CAPEX, pilot deployments, and future product initiatives.
• Ensure correct cost classification and accounting treatment in alignment with VWGoA Finance and MOIA GmbH Controlling.
• Track project budgets, commitments, actuals, and variances; ensure stakeholders have timely transparency.
• Maintain KPI frameworks and cost monitoring systems for project and product initiatives.
• Support financial modeling for new programs or operational scenarios. List supporting duties

In Silicon Valley (California), the salary range for this role will be $135,000 - $155,000, depending on education and years of relevant experience. Salary is determined by geographical location and adjusted accordingly. 

MOIA America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.