Plant Project Controller

Schneider Electric; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 102,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric in Mount Juliet, TN is seeking a Plant Project Controller to partner with plant leadership, project management, and supply chain to drive profitability and performance. The role emphasizes in-plant presence with strong financial leadership across projects and inventory management.

Key responsibilities include improving project profitability, cost control, and forecasting while supporting controls and transformation initiatives in a manufacturing setting, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing finance, controlling, cost accounting, FP&A, or similar roles.
• Fluent in English and advanced Excel with data-driven insight.
• Strong systems aptitude with business reporting and financial applications; experience with SAP or similar ERP.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Plant Project Management to improve visibility, performance, and profitability across projects and customer orders.
• Develop and enhance project financial controls with actionable insights into profitability and cost performance.
• Collaborate with North America Operations and Global Supply Chain to advance project controlling practices.
• Drive financial visibility throughout the project lifecycle, identifying risks, opportunities, and improvement actions.
• Serve as a Finance Business Partner supporting project-related activities across supply chain, labor, and freight.
• Support internal control and compliance programs, including monthly audits and order lifecycle controls.
• Analyze forecast, actual, and estimated project performance and provide recommendations for sound decisions.
• Support inventory management processes including E&O compliance, cycle counts, and WIP analyses.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

English fluency

ERP systems (SAP)

Financial analysis

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

Hyperion

Essbase

SQL

Job description

Schneider Electric has an onsite opportunity (5 days a week) for a highly motivated Plant Project Controller to join our manufacturing team in Mount Juliet, TN. The role requires an on-site, in-plant presence – remote work will be allowed situationally and on an as needed basis, but the expectation of this position is that your on-site in plant presence will be required 5 days per week.

This is an exciting opportunity to partner directly with operations, project management, and supply chain leaders to drive profitability, improve project performance, and influence key business decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

As a key member of the plant finance team, you will provide financial leadership across project execution, cost management, forecasting, and operational performance while gaining valuable exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, and business transformation initiatives.

Success in this role depends on close collaboration with plant leadership, project management, and operations teams, making an in-person presence an important part of driving results.

Why Join Schneider Electric?

• Partner directly with plant leadership and project management teams to influence operational and financial results.

• Gain exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, project execution, and finance transformation initiatives.

• Develop expertise in project controlling within a global industry leader in energy management and sustainability.

• Build the skills and experience needed for future advancement into Finance Business Partner and Plant Controller roles.

• Make a visible impact through insights that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Plant Project Management to improve visibility, performance, and profitability across projects and customer orders.

• Develop and enhance project financial controls, providing actionable insights into project profitability, cost performance, and operational results.

• Collaborate with North America Operations and Global Supply Chain stakeholders to advance project controlling best practices across ETO manufacturing sites.

• Drive financial visibility throughout the project lifecycle, helping teams identify risks, opportunities, and performance improvement actions.

• Serve as a Finance Business Partner supporting project-related activities across supply chain, labor, and freight operations.

• Support internal control and compliance programs, including monthly audits and order lifecycle controls.

• Analyze forecast, actual, and estimated project performance and provide recommendations that support sound business decisions.

• Support inventory management processes including E&O compliance, cycle counts, WIP analysis, and project-related inventory impacts.

• Prepare and present financial insights to leadership teams to support business planning and operational decision-making.

Success in This Role

During your first year, you will:

• Develop a strong understanding of plant operations and project execution processes.

• Build trusted partnerships with project managers, operations leaders, and supply chain teams.

• Improve project cost visibility and forecasting accuracy.

• Deliver actionable insights that help improve profitability and operational performance.

• Support key finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be developed through both work and life experiences. If you do not meet every qualification listed but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing finance, controlling, cost accounting, FP&A, or similar financial roles.

• Fluent in English.

• Advanced Excel and analytical capabilities, including working with large datasets and translating data into actionable business insights.

• Strong systems aptitude with experience using business reporting and financial applications.

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or similar platforms.

• Strong communication and business partnering skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification.

• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or operational finance environments.

• Experience in project controlling, project finance, or solution-based businesses.

• Experience supporting business transformation, process improvement, or digitalization initiatives.

• Knowledge of SAP, Hyperion, Essbase, SQL, or similar business systems and reporting tools.

• Strong interest in manufacturing and supply chain operations.

• Proven ability to identify opportunities for operational and financial improvement.

• Career ambition to grow into future Finance Business Partner or Plant Controller positions.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong financial and analytical acumen with the ability to connect performance results to business strategy.

• Self-directed, proactive, and capable of independently managing priorities and advancing initiatives.

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct reporting authority.

• Effective communicator who builds strong relationships across all organizational levels.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and drive results.

• Curious, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes and their impact on financial performance.

• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for problem-solving and value creation.

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

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Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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