Plant Controller I Albany International

We SeeQ; Halmstads kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany International seeks a Plant Controller to cover the site in Halmstad, Sweden and Bury, UK. You will lead cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting, acting as a business partner to Operations.

The role requires expertise in cost accounting, standard costing, variance analysis and SOX controls, with ERP experience (prefer SAP) and advanced Excel skills. You will drive inventory accuracy, working capital improvements, and support audits and plant reviews.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field and international industrial experience.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, reporting and forecasting.
• Experience with SOX controls and audits; ERP experience (prefer SAP) and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process for the plant.
• Own inventory controls, stock counts and cycle counts.
• Partner with operations to drive cost reduction and efficiency.
• Own forecasting and planning for the plant.
• Oversee standard costing, variances and inventory adjustments.
• Provide P&L reporting and profitability analysis.
• Prepare monthly plant reviews and KPI reporting.
• Support SOX controls and internal/external audits.

Skills

Cost accounting

Standard costing

Variance analysis

Forecasting

Financial reporting

SOX controls

Excel (Advanced)

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Albany International is now looking for aPlant Controllercovering the site inHalmstad, Sweden and Bury, UK. Reporting to theManager Operations Controlling Europe, this role is a key part of the Finance organization and acts as an important business partner to Operations.

Albany International is an international group in the Processing Industry and a market leader within its field of expertise. With a strong focus on technology, innovation, and operational excellence, the company continuously develops products and solutions that improve performance across its global operations.

As Plant Controller, you will drive performance through cost control, inventory accuracy, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance. You will play a central role in supporting decision-making, improving operational efficiency, and reducing working capital.

Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:

• Lead the monthly close process
• Be responsible for inventory controls, stock takings, and cycle counts
• Partner with operations to drive cost reduction and improve efficiency
• Own forecasting and planning processes for the plant
• Oversee standard costing, production variances, and inventory adjustments
• Analyze deviations and support corrective actions
• Deliver accurate P&L reporting and financial analysis
• Prepare monthly plant reviews, KPIs, and profitability analysis
• Maintain and test SOX controls and support internal and external audits

Background & Experience
We are looking for a candidate with a degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field, and experiencefrom an international industrial environment.

You bring strong knowledge ofcost accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, reporting, and forecasting, as well as experience ofSOX controlsand audits. You are comfortable working in ERP systems, ideallySAP and have advanced Excel skills. Experience from manufacturing, inventory controlling, and working capital improvement is highly valued.

To succeed in this role, you are analytical, structured, business-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to build strong relationships across both Finance and Operations.

About Albany International Corp.Albany International is a leading developer and manufacturer of engineered components, using advanced materials processing and automation capabilities, with two core businesses.

Machine Clothing is the world’s leading producer of custom-designed, consumable belts essential for the manufacture of paper, paperboard, tissue and towel, pulp, non-wovens and a variety of other industrial applications.

Albany International is headquartered in Rochester, New Hampshire, operates 30 facilities in 13 countries, employs approximately 5,600 people worldwide, and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Symbol: AIN). Additional information about the Company and its products and services can be found at www.albint.com