Controller Positions (East Coast Region)

Location: United States, East Coast (Hampton, VA - Dover, NJ - Winsted & Brandford, CT)

Howmet Aerospace, a world leader in investment casting of super-alloys, aluminum, and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets, currently seeks qualified and experienced Controllers! For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com.

Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately, and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.

Howmet Engines is looking for experienced Controllers!

The selected candidates will act as business partners to the management teams, driving compliance, optimizing profitability and free cash flow.  These positions report to the Plant Managers. This is a key role at our locations with the opportunity to have an impact on our operations and to quickly gain visibility in the Engines organization.

Note: This is a pipeline requisition for future talent needs and does not represent one specific job opening.  Your interest will be reviewed for openings based upon your background and disclosed work preference.

Job duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct the daily activities of the General and Cost Accounting personnel and ensure the adherence to company policy;
• Ensure plant controlling teams are informed and trained on controlling procedures and policies and tools;
• Provide timely analysis, data and information to senior management;
• Assist in the development, analysis and implementation of all plans, forecasts and projections and maintain a system to monitor such plans;
• Perform special assignments within the realm of the accounting area and work with limited supervision;
• Responsible for timely submission of reports and other data as required by group and corporate personnel and coordination of activities of internal and external audit staffs;
• Responsible for maintaining adequate internal accounting controls including cash, payrolls and accounts payable inventory;
• Participate in the planning, training, taking and auditing of physical inventories and the analysis of final results;
• Maintains the Capital asset System and ensures timeliness and accuracy of data;
• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards;
• Maintains full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct to include ASATS and SOX compliance;
• Ensure consistency and standardization of controlling processes within the Industrial group;
• Alert and arbitrate in case of discrepancies;
• Participate in the development of action plans and ensure their financial evaluation and follow up;
• Demonstrates a knowledge of and commitment to Howmet Business Systems manufacturing principles and techniques;

Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting field of study is required
• Must have seven (7) years of relevant experience in a manufacturing setting
• Must have five (5) years of relevant experience in cost accounting
• Advanced Microsoft Suite experience including Excel and PowerPoint 
• Qualified accountant, CPA, CMA and/or MBA credentials highly desired
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position;

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report.

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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.


If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.