Financial Controller

Saint-Gobain North America; Portage (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is looking for a Multi-Site Controller in Portage, WI, to drive financial performance and oversee operational excellence in Life Sciences manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance with over 8 years of experience in manufacturing. Key responsibilities include guiding forecasting and budgeting, presenting insights to leadership, and developing internal controls. This role offers a chance to thrive in a mission-driven culture.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a manufacturing plant environment, preferably in Cost Accounting or Plant Controller roles.
• Experience in corporate finance and regulated industries preferred.
• Comfortable with traveling up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close, internal reporting, reconciliations, and analysis.
• Guide RF1/3 forecasting, annual budgeting, and standard cost development.
• Present trends, risks, and opportunities to plant leadership.
• Build and monitor strong internal controls and financial processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in Kaizens/WCM activities.
• Partner with leaders to ensure financial transparency and operational excellence.

Skills

Financial performance

Forecasting and budgeting

Internal controls

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree in Business or related field

Tools

SAP

QAD

ORACLE

Job description

We’re Hiring: Multi‑Site Controller – Life Sciences Manufacturing - Portage, WI

Are you a strategic finance leader who loves partnering with operations, driving results, and making a real impact? This is your opportunity to thrive at Saint‑Gobain—a global powerhouse recognized as both a Top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator.

Join nearly 200,000 passionate problem solvers worldwide who are shaping the future of advanced materials and improving lives every single day.

About the Role

We’re seeking a Multi‑Site Controller who will play a critical leadership role supporting our Life Sciences manufacturing sites. This is more than a financial reporting position—it's a chance to influence strategy, strengthen operations, and serve as the plant manager’s key business partner.

You'll drive financial performance, lead forecasting and budgeting, elevate internal controls, and deliver insights that directly guide plant‑level decision‑making.

What You’ll Do

• Lead monthly close, internal reporting, reconciliations, and analysis
• Guide RF1/3 forecasting, annual budgeting, and standard cost development
• Present trends, risks, and opportunities to plant leadership
• Build and monitor strong internal controls and financial processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives & participate in Kaizens/WCM activities
• Partner with leaders to ensure financial transparency and operational excellence
• Oversee physical inventory and cycle count programs

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance (required)
• Master’s degree in Business or related field (preferred)
• 8+ years in a manufacturing plant environment (Cost Accounting/Plant Controller roles)
• ERP expertise: SAP, QAD, ORACLE (required)
• Experience in corporate finance and regulated industries (preferred)
• Comfortable traveling up to 15%
• A mission-driven culture that improves lives
• A global network of innovators
• Endless opportunities to grow, lead, and make an impact
• A company that invests in talent, technology, and sustainability

If you're energized by solving complex problems, partnering cross-functionally, and driving financial excellence—you’ll thrive here.