Manufacturing Factory Controller

Hitachi, Ltd.; Alamo (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Factory Controller to lead the financial management of the Business Unit, reporting to the Factory Manager. This role drives budgeting, forecasting, accounting oversight, and risk management while serving as a trusted advisor to the leadership team and promoting sustainable profitability.

You will partner with the Factory Manager and executives to improve performance, implement strong internal controls, and support strategic growth initiatives. Travel ~5–10% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field plus 10+ years of progressive finance experience in an operational environment, or an MBA with 8+ years of progressive experience.
• Strong experience supporting manufacturing operations and business performance; leadership of finance teams and ability to drive planning, forecasting, budgeting, analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Factory Manager and leadership to drive performance and strategic objectives.
• Lead budgeting process and support strategic initiatives to achieve goals.
• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and business insights for decision-making.
• Monitor KPIs to improve operational and financial results.
• Oversee SOX controls, internal controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage and develop a team of four Financial Analysts.
• Collaborate with shared services and finance support teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

SOX compliance

Analytical thinking

Business partnering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/BA or related

MBA or Master's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Finance systems

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking a highly motivated and business-oriented Factory Controller to join our team. Reporting directly to the Factory Manager, this position serves as a key member of the Business Unit leadership team and plays a critical role in driving financial performance, operational excellence, and strategic growth.

The Factory Controller is responsible for the overall financial management of the Business Unit, including financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, accounting oversight, compliance, risk management, performance measurement, and strategic decision support. This role serves as a trusted advisor to the Factory Manager and leadership team, providing financial insights that support sound business decisions and sustainable profitability.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Partner with the Factory Manager and Business Unit leadership team to drive business performance and achieve strategic objectives.
• Ensure compliance with Hitachi Energy finance directives, internal controls, and accounting and reporting guidelines.
• Identify financial and operational risks and ensure effective mitigation measures, including maintaining a strong SOX control environment.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and support the implementation of strategic initiatives designed to achieve business goals.
• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and business insights to support decision-making and improve performance.
• Define, monitor, and drive the use of key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance operational and financial results.
• Analyze business proposals, operational performance, and investment opportunities, providing recommendations to leadership.
• Evaluate and support investment, divestment, and restructuring initiatives.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and cost optimization efforts across the Business Unit.
• Drive effective coordination and collaboration with shared service centers and finance support teams.
• Serve as a consultant and trusted advisor to the Factory Manager and Business Unit leadership team.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of four Financial Analysts.
• Promote a culture of safety, integrity, accountability, and compliance in alignment with Hitachi Energy values.
• Follow and perform duties in accordance with the Hitachi Energy Code of Conduct.
• Travel approximately 5%-10% as required.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field and a minimum of 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience in an operational environment; OR
• MBA or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• Strong experience supporting manufacturing operations and business performance.
• Experience leading financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, analysis, and reporting activities.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing finance teams.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and SOX compliance.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and business partnering skills.
• Strong SAP experience and proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Candidate must already have work authorization that permits them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

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