Factory Controller 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Hitachi, Ltd.; Lenzburg; Remote; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi, Ltd. in Switzerland seeks a Factory Controller to join the Semiconductors Finance team, focusing on month- end closings, budgeting, and reporting across manufacturing, R&D and CAPEX.

You will drive accurate cost center analysis, forecast spending, ensure SOX controls, and lead annual budgeting, leveraging SAP for R&D and CAPEX reporting.

We value strong analytical and communication skills, with at least 5 years in manufacturing finance and a bachelor’s degree in finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance with focus on accounting or controlling.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and controlling in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficient in SAP.
• Experience in Manufacturing, R&D and CAPEX controlling.
• Basic understanding of project management principles.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monthly closing: analyze manufacturing Cost Centers spending.
• Support Head of Finance / Manufacturing leader with spending forecast & variance analysis.
• Ensure accuracy of monthly closing for R&D and CAPEX activities.
• Ensure accuracy of R&D spending in SAP reporting tools.
• Continuous improvement of controlling and reporting processes.
• Lead Annual Budgeting for relevant cost centers.
• Ensure compliance with SOX internal controls.
• Respond to requests from internal and external auditors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance with focus on accounting or controlling

Tools

SAP

Job description

The opportunity

We are looking for a Factory Controller to join the Semiconductors Finance team, supporting manufacturing operations with accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance. In this role, you will be responsible for month-ly closings, budgeting, and continuous improvement of controlling processes, ensuring transparency and efficiency across manufacturing, R&D, and CAPEX activities.

How you'll make an impact

• Monthly closing: ensure accuracy and analysis of manufacturing Cost Centers spending
• Support Head of Finance / Manufacturing leader with spending forecast & variance analysis
• Ensure accuracy of monthly closing R&D and CAPEX related activities
• Ensure accuracy of R&D spending in relevant reporting tools including SAP
• Continuous improvement of controlling and reporting processes
• Lead Annual Budgeting for relevant cost centers
• Ensure compliance with SOX internal controls
• Respond to requests from internal and external auditors

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, preferably with a focus on accounting or controlling
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and controlling in a manufacturing setting
• Proficient user of SAP
• Prior initial experience in Manufacturing, R&D, and CAPEX controlling
• Basic understanding of project management principles
• Strong analytical skills and communication skills

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.