Plant Controlling Controller: Drive Cost Transparency

Danfoss; Newbern (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking an experienced Operational Controller for its Newbern, TN plant to strengthen cost control and reporting frameworks. The role supports the plant in developing transparent financial processes and reliable KPIs, enabling proactive management decisions.

The position requires finance/accounting qualifications and 3+ years in an international manufacturing setting, with strong IT tool proficiency and cross-cultural communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance/accounting is mandatory; any other certification in finance and accounting will be highly valued.
• 3+ years’ experience in controlling or finance in an international manufacturing company
• High proficiency in IT tools (e.g. Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint) and strong analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Perform cost analysis and follow-up on all cost categories on a monthly and ad hoc basis.
• Check deviations between planned and actual costs and propose actions to minimize them.
• Collaborate with departments to improve results, understand gaps and close gaps.
• Provide financial information needed for analyses across departments.
• Assist in plant forecast preparation and variance analysis versus budget and prior forecasts.
• Prepare timely financial management reports and KPI trends for the plant.
• Identify risks and opportunities and propose corrective actions to management.
• Support new processes and procedures and train organization at various levels.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Cross-cultural interaction

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance/accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Danfoss is seeking an experienced Operational Controller for its Newbern, TN plant to strengthen cost control and reporting frameworks. The role supports the plant in developing transparent financial processes and reliable KPIs, enabling proactive management decisions.

The position requires finance/accounting qualifications and 3+ years in an international manufacturing setting, with strong IT tool proficiency and cross-cultural communication skills.