Plant Controller

Danfoss; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus system

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Flexible working hours

Personal insurance

Employee Resource Groups

State of the art virtual work环境

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Danfoss Plant Controller position in Freeport, IL, is a hands-on finance leadership role reporting to the plant leadership team. You will direct plant accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls, partnering with operations and global stakeholders to drive performance and sustainable growth.

The role requires a mid-senior level background in manufacturing finance, CPA/CMA is a plus, and a proven ability to influence decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting/finance experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant finance and controlling activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Provide financial analysis and business insights to support operational decisions.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and HR to drive performance.
• Own standard costing, inventory valuation, and capital expenditure controls.
• Communicate financial and operational performance metrics to stakeholders.

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: Finance & Accounting

Work Location Type: On-site

Annual Salary Range: USD 87,000-115,000

Job Experience Level: Mid-Senior level

Plant Controller

Req ID: 52573 Job Location: Freeport IL, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: Finance & Accounting Work Location Type: On-site Annual Salary Range: USD 87,000-115,000 Job Experience Level: Mid-Senior level Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

Are you passionate about driving business performance through financial leadership and operational insight? At Danfoss, we are committed to developing innovative solutions that help build a more sustainable future.

Danfoss is seeking a Plant Controller to join our leadership team. In this role, you will serve as a key business partner to plant and divisional leadership, providing financial guidance and strategic insights that support operational excellence and sustainable growth. As an active member of the local leadership team, you will influence decision-making, drive financial performance, and help shape the future direction of the business.

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead all plant finance and controlling activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Partner with plant leadership and global stakeholders to provide financial analysis and business insights that support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Drive operational performance improvements through analysis of financial and manufacturing data, identifying risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Environmental Health & Safety, Human Resources, and divisional finance teams to achieve business objectives.
• Own standard costing, inventory valuation, capital expenditure controls, variance analysis, and other key manufacturing finance processes.
• Prepare, analyze, and communicate financial and operational performance metrics, ensuring stakeholders have actionable information to make informed decisions.
• Support strategic initiatives and continuous improvement efforts across local and global operations.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, controlling, or finance leadership roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in manufacturing accounting, including standard costing, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial and operational reports.
• Experience working with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and financial reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting plant operations in a global manufacturing organization.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and capital investment management.
• Prior experience partnering directly with operational leaders to drive business results.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or equivalent is a plus.

Job Criteria

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business recommendations.
• Ability to influence decision-making and build partnerships across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership presence with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational and financial excellence.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a strategic business perspective.

What You'll Get from Us

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Retirement plan
• Flexible working hours
• Personal insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.