Commercial Finance Controller

Visteon is a global automotive technology leader, advancing mobility through innovative technology solutions that enable a software-defined future. The company's state-of-the-art product portfolio merges digital cockpit innovations, advanced displays, AI-enhanced software solutions, and integrated EV architecture solutions. With expertise spanning passenger vehicles, commercial transportation, and two-wheelers, Visteon partners with global automakers to create safer, cleaner, and more connected journeys. Founded in 2000, the company employs 10,000 employees in 18 countries around the globe. In 2024, Visteon recorded annual sales of approximately $3.87 billion and secured $6.1 billion in new business. To know more about us, visit .

Mission of the Role:

The role partners closely with the European Commercial team to oversee and drive all financial aspects of the assigned business unit. It is responsible for developing robust financial business cases for new opportunities and collaborating with cross-functional teams—including Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Program Management—to define cost improvement roadmaps and maximize returns across the product lifecycle. By maintaining accurate and up-to-date program financials, the role ensures the long-term financial health and success of the business.

Key Objectives of the Role:

• Lead finance activities for an assigned business unit, acting as a strategic business partner to the Commercial Lead.
• Support and maintain program financials from acquisition through Start of Production (SOP).
• Continuously monitor program financial performance throughout the product lifecycle, challenging assumptions, and identifying opportunities to optimize profitability.
• Develop strategic business cases and financial roadmaps to drive improved returns over the business period.
• Prepare and present financial analyses and recommendations to senior management.
• Support customer negotiations, including pricing strategy and long-term agreements.
• Optimize commercial margins, including current year financial impacts.
• Analyze and report on sales and commercial margin performance; support annual budgeting and forecasting related to sales planning.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls, including review and reporting of Long Term Agreements (LTAs) in line with revenue recognition guidelines.
• Monitor customer vehicle volumes, industry trends, and regulatory developments that may impact demand and commercial outcomes; prepare recovery claims when customer commitments are not met.
• Participate in program reviews and meetings led by Program Managers, providing financial support as required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Timely and accurate delivery of financials for Gate Reviews and change evaluations.