WETI - Controller

Weidmann Electrical Technology; St. Johnsbury (VT); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Weidmann Electrical Technology is seeking a Head of Controlling to lead the U.S. controlling function for the St. Johnsbury campus and broader manufacturing operations.

You will direct financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management while ensuring IFRS compliance and internal controls. As a key member of the finance leadership team, you will partner with business leaders to drive profitability, manage risks, and guide strategic initiatives across multiple

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA/CMA preferred.
• 10+ years in finance, accounting, or controlling with manufacturing leadership.
• Experience in IFRS reporting, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting across multiple sites.
• Proven ability to drive ERP optimization and finance transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee US controlling including financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Partner with operations to analyze performance, identify risks/opportunities and drive profitability.
• Manage manufacturing costing, inventory valuation, and capital investment analysis.
• Lead finance transformation, standardize processes and optimize ERP systems.
• Develop and coach a high-performing controlling team aligned with business goals.

Skills

IFRS reporting

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

ERP SAP

Leadership

Manufacturing finance

Data analysis

Excel

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

MBA or professional certification preferred

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Head of Controlling

Starting Salary: $128,900

Full Time, Hybrid

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

Join our team where we accomplish great things TOGETHER.

The Weidmann Group of companies is active in some of the world’s most vital fields namely energy and medical. Our technology and our knowhow contribute crucial resources to a worldwide market, whether it be leading the global market in transformer electrical insulation, keeping the lights on for billions of consumers, or the delivery of a breakthrough drug through our advanced plastics technologies for medical and pharmaceutical applications.

1 Gordon Mills Way, St Johnsbury, VT 05819, USA

The role…

The Head of Controlling leads all controlling activities for the U.S. legal entity and manufacturing operations across the United States while serving as the Site Controller for the St. Johnsbury, VT manufacturing campus. This role provides strategic financial leadership by overseeing financial reporting, cost accounting, planning, forecasting, and operational performance. As a key member of the finance leadership team, the Head of Controlling partners with business leaders to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

How You’ll Make An Impact…

• Lead the U.S. controlling function by overseeing financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management while ensuring compliance with IFRS, corporate policies, and internal controls.
• Partner with operations and business leaders to analyze financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, support strategic initiatives, and provide actionable recommendations that improve profitability and operational results.
• Oversee manufacturing costing, inventory valuation, capital investment analysis, and financial planning processes to ensure accurate reporting and informed business decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement by leading finance transformation initiatives, standardizing processes, optimizing ERP systems, and supporting digital and operational improvements across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Develop and lead a high-performing controlling organization by coaching site controllers and finance professionals, fostering collaboration, and aligning financial strategies with regional and global business objectives.

What Do You Bring…

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required; MBA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive finance, accounting, or controlling experience, including at least 5 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, inventory valuation, and IFRS reporting within a multi-site or global organization.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems (SAP FI/CO preferred), Microsoft Excel, financial reporting tools, and data analysis, with experience driving process improvements and finance transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, communicate complex financial information, and support strategic business decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What do we offer?

• Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Additional company programs include; Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced that a diverse and inclusive work environment increases mutual understanding and innovation of our business.

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