Assistant Plant Controller

Lear Corporation; Caivano; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Corporation in Caivano, Campania, is seeking an Assistant Plant Controller to support the financial performance of our manufacturing operations. You will partner with the Plant Controller to provide financial analysis, maintain reporting, ensure internal controls, and support operational decision-making.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, costing, and month-end close, with strong focus on cost control and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial controlling, accounting, or auditing.
• Fluency in English and Italian.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (Hyperion experience is an advantage).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Analyze plant performance, manufacturing costs, and profitability trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with inventory valuation, standard costing, and bill of materials (BOM) costing activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, SOX requirements, and internal control procedures.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports and analyses for management.
• Review customer and supplier pricing data and evaluate turnover, margins, and profitability.
• Maintain financial data within ERP and reporting systems, including Hyperion.
• Support month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Partner with operational teams to resolve financial and business issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Independent working

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Hyperion

ERP systems

Job description

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We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.

They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about your craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Assistant Plant Controller to support the financial performance of our manufacturing operations. In this role, you will partner with the Plant Controller and cross-functional teams to provide financial analysis, maintain accurate reporting, ensure compliance with internal controls, and support operational decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Analyze plant performance, manufacturing costs, and profitability trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with inventory valuation, standard costing, and bill of materials (BOM) costing activities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, SOX requirements, and internal control procedures.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports and analyses for management.
• Review customer and supplier pricing data and evaluate turnover, margins, and profitability.
• Maintain financial data within ERP and reporting systems, including Hyperion.
• Support month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Partner with operational teams to resolve financial and business issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial controlling, accounting, or auditing.
• Fluency in English and Italian.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (Hyperion experience is an advantage).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to financial planning, reporting, and operational finance activities.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located.