Plant Controller

Hyva; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 75.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hyva, a global leader in transport solutions, seeks a Plant Controller in Olbersdorf to provide financial leadership for the manufacturing site. You will partner with plant management, manage budgeting, forecasting and monthly reporting, and drive cost control and profitability analyses.

You will ensure IFRS and German GAAP compliance and collaborate with the Finance Shared Service Centre to optimize financial processes and support strategic cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• 5–8 years of experience in Controlling or Finance.
• Minimum 3 years in manufacturing environment.
• Experience with standard costing and manufacturing accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Fluent in English and German.

Aufgaben

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and monthly financial reporting.
• Report, analyze and explain actual, forecast and target results.
• Prepare annual budget planning and internal/external reporting.
• Present financial results during management reviews.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory, working capital and performance.
• Support capital expenditure evaluation and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure IFRS and German GAAP compliance and internal controls.

Kenntnisse

Business partnering

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title: Plant Controller Location: Olbersdorf

The Plant Controller is responsible for providing financial leadership and business partnering to the manufacturing organization. The role ensures accurate financial reporting, effective cost control, operational performance analysis and supports the Plant Management Team in achieving financial and operational objectives. The Plant Controller acts as a strategic business partner while ensuring reliable plant controlling and compliance with Group and local statutory requirements.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as Finance Business Partner to the Plant Director and plant leadership team.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and monthly financial reporting.
• Report, analyze and explain actual, forecast and target results.
• Prepare annual budget planning and internal/external reporting.
• Present financial results during management reviews.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory, working capital and operational performance.
• Perform profitability analyses, product costing, variance analysis and business case evaluations.
• Support capital efficiency and cost reduction initiatives.
• Support month-end/year-end closing and cooperate with auditors.
• Optimize financial processes and reporting tools.
• Support logistics with inventory and stock count processes.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and German GAAP, Group policies and internal controls.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

The role currently has no direct reports. The Plant Controller will work closely with the Finance Shared Service Centre and collaborate with finance and operational stakeholders across the organization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Education Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: 5–8 years of experience in Controlling or Finance. Minimum 3 years in the manufacturing environment. Experience with standard costing and manufacturing accounting. Experience with ERP systems.
• Technical Expertise Financial Planning & Analysis (FPA) Manufacturing & Plant Controlling Product Costing & Standard Costing Inventory Accounting Budgeting & Forecasting Variance Analysis CAPEX Evaluation Financial Reporting Advanced Microsoft Excel Power BI (preferred).
• Key Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Business partnering mindset with commercial awareness Excellent communication and presentation skills Continuous improvement mentality Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Ability to collaborate effectively across functions Proactive, hands-on, and results-driven approach.
• Languages Professional proficiency in English and German is required.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

We are an inclusive employer that welcomes all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Regardless of your origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, beliefs, disability, or political views, we value diversity and believe that unique perspectives drive innovation and success. Join us and be part of a team where everyone belongs!

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Hyva is one of the world’s leading providers of innovative and highly efficient transport solutions for the commercial vehicle and environmental service industries. With over 20,000 customers and more than 40% global market share in front-end tipping cylinders, Hyva’s solutions move the world. Today, after being in operation for more than 45 years, Hyva is present in 110+ countries, has more than 30 fully-owned subsidiaries, has reached extraordinary service coverage and a manufacturing base that includes 14 production facilities across Brazil, China, Germany, India, Italy, and Mexico.