Plant Finance Controller

Job Description

Financial Planning & Business Performance

• Lead the annual budget, forecast, and long-range planning processes.
• Analyze business performance against financial and operational KPIs.
• Develop business cases and financial evaluations for strategic initiatives, investments, and projects.
• Provide financial guidance to support decision-making and achievement of business targets.
• Identify risks and opportunities and recommend corrective actions to improve financial results.

Financial Management & Controlling

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards.
• Monitor and control operating expenses, capital expenditures, and working capital performance.
• Analyze variances versus budget, forecast, and prior year results, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Support audits and coordinate responses to internal and external audit requirements.

Reporting & Business Insights

• Develop, enhance, and standardize financial reporting tools, dashboards, and management reports.
• Provide insightful analysis of financial trends, business results, profitability, and operational performance.
• Translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations for leadership teams.
• Present financial performance reviews to management and key stakeholders.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial data integrity.
• Monitor compliance with corporate financial policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.
• Identify and address control gaps, process inefficiencies, and compliance risks.
• Support implementation and monitoring of compliance programs across the organization.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management

• Build strong partnerships with operational, functional, and leadership teams.
• Act as a trusted advisor by providing financial expertise and recommendations.
• Support business leaders in evaluating alternatives, assessing risks, and optimizing resource allocation.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to achieve organizational objectives.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Support implementation and enhancement of financial systems, tools, and reporting platforms.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, automation, data quality, and financial processes.
• Promote best practices in forecasting, reporting, analysis, and financial governance.

Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop members of the Finance Controlling team.
• Establish clear objectives and performance expectations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-performance execution.
• Communicate priorities and align team activities with organizational strategy.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), or Controlling roles.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and operational environments preferred.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business partnering.
• Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Competencies

Business & Financial Acumen

• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Cost Management and Budgeting
• Financial Reporting
• Business Case Development
• Strategic Planning
• Risk Management
• Internal Controls & Compliance

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Commercial Mindset
• Decision Making
• Accountability
• Stakeholder Management
• Influence and Communication
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Development

Success Measures

• Achievement of budget and forecast accuracy targets.
• Timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Effective management of financial risks and internal controls.
• Improvement in operating performance and cost efficiency.
• High-quality business insights supporting strategic decisions.
• Successful development and engagement of the Finance team.
• Compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements.
• Required Skills And Education
• Required Skills And Education

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• MBA, Master's Degree, CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Financial Analysis
• ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Financial Modeling
• Financial Reporting Tools and Business Intelligence Platforms
• Data Analysis and Dashboard Development