Plant Controller

POSITION SUMMARY

The Plant Controller is a key financial leadership role responsible for all accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls at the manufacturing facility. This position serves as a strategic business partner to plant management, providing financial analysis, cost insights, and decision support to drive operational excellence and profitability. The Plant Controller manages the full scope of plant finance functions including cost accounting, budget management, month-end close, and business unit financial performance reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Management and Analysis

• Execute core factory controlling responsibilities to ensure robust financial oversight.
• Collect, analyze, and report financial data related to factory operations.
• Support monthly IC revenue, CM, EBIT forecasting, and annual budget development.
• Build business cases for capital and operational expenditures.

2. Analytical Thinking and Insight Generation

• Identify financial risks and opportunities proactively.
• Develop and apply analytical tools to support data-driven decision-making.
• Align financial efforts with strategic objectives across functions.

3. Communication and Collaboration

• Partner with factory leadership and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Lead monthly financial review meetings to support accurate forecasting.

4. Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with Vanderlande’s financial policies and J-SOX standards.
• Document and enforce finance processes aligned with global practices.

5. Continuous Improvement and Project Involvement

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and change management projects.
• Support process automation and transformation efforts in collaboration with the D&A and Transformation Office.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven 10 years of experience in financial business partnering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in financial software and analytical tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communicator and team player with the ability to multitask and plan efficiently.
• Self-starter focused on outcomes and professional growth in an international and ambitious environment.
• Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and high standards of integrity in financial matters.

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