Plant Controller

Nemak; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemak in Augusta, GA seeks a senior finance professional to lead plant financial operations. You will manage financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, driving profitability through data-driven decisions and governance.

Close collaboration with cross-functional teams to align KPIs with business strategy and ensure data integrity for audits and reporting. The role requires 5+ years as a controller in manufacturing, and a strong background in corporate finance, planning, and cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering or similar.
• 5+ years as a Controller in manufacturing or automotive environment.
• Experience in Corporate Finance, Financial Planning, Accounting and Strategic Planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting and analysis, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements, variance analysis, and other reports.
• Prepare and manage plant budgets and forecasts, aligning KPIs with business strategies and data integrity for decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies; support audits with relevant information.
• Manage plant accounting functions including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cost accounting; report performance against goals.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants for timely, accurate reporting and compliance.
• Develop and implement financial policies and internal controls; ensure governance and regulatory adherence.
• Lead and develop finance team, including training and engagement.
• Conduct benchmarking and financial analyses to advise on programs and cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Internal controls

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Management of financial operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis for plant. Develop and ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory entities (internal/external) and company policies, through the development and usage of guideliness and governance. Ensure plant profitability through the use of financial information for decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting and analysis, including monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, variance analysis, and other financial reports. Coordination of activities to ensure data integrity for reporting and decision-making.
• Prepare and manage plant budgets and forecasts, working closely with other departments to ensure accuracy and completeness. Coordination of plant business plan and aligned main KPIs to business strategies. Perform financial analysis to support business decisions, identifying cost‑saving opportunities and financial performance improvements. Analysis and evaluation of main financial drivers integrating economical and operational information to provide guidance and consultancy for plant and new programs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and company policies. Support the development of company guidelines and governance for financial activities and reporting. Participate in internal/external audits with all relevant information.
• Manage the plant's accounting and financial functions, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and cost accounting. Validate plant performance vs stablished goals and prepare information for reporting with directive/stakeholder teams.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax consultants and other financial professionals to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance with all requirements.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure internal controls and compliance with financial regulations.
• Develop and manage a team of finance professionals, ensuring their training and development and overall engagement.
• Develop benchmark exercises involving main business drivers, provide financial consulting to plant different teams to help have a better understanding of financial information and the impact of such.

Requirements

• Bachelors Finance, Accounting, Engineering or similar
• 5+ years experience as a Controller, preferably in an automotive or manufacturing setting
• Corporate Finance, Financial Planning, Accounting, Strategic Planning