Plant Controller

Siemens; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Peachtree Corners, GA is hiring a Plant Controller to lead the financial operations of the Breaker Plant. You will partner with the Plant Manager and Operations Finance to ensure accurate books, drive KPI improvements, and implement robust internal controls across planning and reporting.

The role requires a BS in Accounting/Finance (advanced degree preferred) and 8+ years in finance within manufacturing.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years in Finance, preferably in industrial manufacturing.
• Strong SAP FI/CO knowledge and digital tools experience.
• Budgeting, forecasting and KPI-driven performance management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial activities and drive plant performance.
• Partner with Plant Manager and leadership to meet KPIs.
• Develop and monitor internal controls and financial processes.
• Standardize data, improve accuracy of books and records.
• Lead and develop finance team, set challenging targets.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

BS in Accounting/Finance

Advanced degree in Finance

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Tableau

PowerBI

Snowflake

KNIME

AI

Job description

Are you looking for a company that empowers talent? Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! Transform the every day with us! From Day 1, you are empowered to create an impact with your full potential and creativity to make a difference for tomorrow. We truly have an inclusive and diverse team culture where you can be yourself. Our extensive global presence offers a diverse range of career opportunities across various industries, nations, and job domains, empowering our workforce to continuously enhance their skills and stay competitive. Join our Smart Infrastructure (SI) team as Plant Controller to help us to successfully manage all financial aspects of Operations of our Breaker Plant. The successful candidate will partner closely with the Plant Manager and the plant leadership team, the Fin. Director of Operations, the Operations FIN team, the Performance controlling team, the EP Factories, the CP&C Fin team and other functions while owning and aiming to improve all financial aspects of accuracy of books and records, planning and controlling, measuring the achievement of KPIs and driving improvements / projects.

• manage all commercial activities and be responsible for the commercial success of the plant.
• be part of the plant’s leadership team and the commercial partner to the Plant Manager
• manage all commercial activities and be responsible for the commercial success of the plant.
• help define long term strategic targets and drive implementation by breaking them into achievable short-term objectives in a highly dynamic environment.
• support and drive accuracy of master data and value flow in factories aiming at standardization and Sherpa readiness
• evaluate and ensure alignment of operational and commercial targets. Develop KPI’s to measure such targets and collaborate cross-functionally to take corrective actions as necessary.
• implement new systems, software and tools and enhance existing ones to ensure optimal support of technical and financial needs, e.g. SAP, MES, etc.
• actively manage inventory by tracking variations, monitoring excess, booking reserves, analyzing cycle counts etc. Closely coordinate with purchasing, planning, and logistics to understand movements and their corresponding impacts to the financials.
• innovate by standardizing and digitalizing existing processes and identify opportunities to develop new KPI’s or reporting that adds business value.
• design, implement and monitor internal controls within the plant to ensure accuracy of books and records and process adherence, identify any gaps or weaknesses and coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• recruit, manage, assess, and develop team members by setting challenging targets and ensure achievement by motivating, encouraging and advising as required. You will make a standout if you have the following

qualifications

• BS in Accounting, Finance. Advanced degree in Finance preferred.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Finance, preferably in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Experience and in-depth know-how of large and complex manufacturing environments
• Comprehensive SCM- and manufacturing process understanding (beyond finance)
• Very strong in-depth knowledge of SAP (FI/CO) and digitalization- / automation tools (Tableau, Snowflake, KNIME, PowerBI, etc.) and AI
• Strong Networking-, Collaboration- and Stakeholder Management skills
• Ability to effectively manage deadlines, prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting process.
• Experience and track record in developing and directing teams as well as to manage and develop individuals
• Strong impact on results in own area. About Siemens: We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce: We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. $122,951 $210,773 15%