Plant Finance Controller - Cost & Forecasting Leader

Schneider Electric; Red Oak (TX); On-site; USD 142,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision care

Life insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Paid family leave

Well-being programs

Holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Plant Finance Controller for an onsite role in Red Oak, Texas. You will blend project and plant controlling, providing cost control for end-to-end project execution in NAM Prefab with a focus on plant performance.

You will analyze performance, develop budgets and forecasts, and offer financial guidance to project managers and plant management while ensuring internal controls and compliance. This is a collaborative, cross-functional role within a global company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Proven experience in Project Controlling, Plant Controlling, or similar roles.
• Strong proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
• Oracle ERP knowledge a plus.
• Relevant certifications CMA CPA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis and monitoring for various projects and plant operations.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures.
• Analyze project and plant performance, identifying areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with project managers and plant management to provide financial guidance and support.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations for deviations from budgets and forecasts.
• Contribute to the development of financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Participate in financial planning and strategic decision-making processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and key internal controls.

Skills

Project Controlling

Plant Controlling

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

CMA CPA a plus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Excel

Job description

Schneider Electric is seeking a Plant Finance Controller for an onsite role in Red Oak, Texas. You will blend project and plant controlling, providing cost control for end-to-end project execution in NAM Prefab with a focus on plant performance.

You will analyze performance, develop budgets and forecasts, and offer financial guidance to project managers and plant management while ensuring internal controls and compliance. This is a collaborative, cross-functional role within a global company.