Job Overview

We are looking for a Junior Plant Controller to support financial planning, reporting, and operational finance activities within a manufacturing environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for finance professionals looking to grow their career in Controllership while gaining exposure to budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, cost analysis, and global finance operations.

Job Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, KPIs, and management summaries.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Analyze spending trends, manufacturing costs, and operational variances.
• Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support internal and external audit activities.
• Participate in balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.
• Assist with intercompany transactions and financial reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with Shared Service teams and business partners across multiple regions.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reports for management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within finance processes.

What your background should look like

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7 a 10 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, FP&A, Cost Accounting, or Controlling.
• Advanced English communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP is preferred.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, or month-end close activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, collaborative, and continuous improvement mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing industry experience.
• Exposure to cost accounting or variance analysis.
• Experience working with multinational organizations or Shared Service environments.
• Knowledge of HFM or other financial reporting tools is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to develop into a Controller career path.
• Exposure to global finance operations and international stakeholders.
• High visibility with plant and finance leadership.
• Dynamic manufacturing environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Competencies