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Overview The Plant Controller is a strategic partner to plant leadership and corporate finance, driving operational efficiency, cost control, and informed decision-making. This role oversees plant-level financial management — including product costing, business analysis, working capital, and Capex control — using SAP and Business Warehouse to deliver accurate reporting, actionable insights, and recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
– Lead plant-level reporting and analysis of production volumes, material usage, utilities, labor, and overhead; monitor budget/forecast variances; prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
Costing & Analysis
– Maintain accurate product costing and bills of materials; identify cost-saving opportunities to improve profitability
Capex Control
– Manage and report on maintenance, growth, and HSE projects in SAP PPM; track progress and ensure budget alignment
Budgeting & Forecasting
– Develop annual budgets and monthly forecasts for costs, production volumes, and Capex; ensure alignment with business goals
Closing Activities
– Determine and communicate accruals for expenses and Capex to support timely and accurate month- and year-end closings
Experience and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
3–5 years of relevant financial or plant controlling experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Strong proficiency in SAP and Business Warehouse systems.
Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights clearly.
Excellent planning, organization, and negotiation skills.
Results-oriented with strong attention to detail.
Effective communicator with the ability to partner across functions and influence decision-making.
Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values accuracy, efficiency, and innovation. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on plant performance and profitability while working with leaders who value your insights.
Details
Seniority level
– Associate
Employment type
– Full-time
Job function
– Manufacturing and Finance
Industries
– Chemical Manufacturing
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Overview The Plant Controller is a strategic partner to plant leadership and corporate finance, driving operational efficiency, cost control, and informed decision-making. This role oversees plant-level financial management — including product costing, business analysis, working capital, and Capex control — using SAP and Business Warehouse to deliver accurate reporting, actionable insights, and recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
– Lead plant-level reporting and analysis of production volumes, material usage, utilities, labor, and overhead; monitor budget/forecast variances; prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
Costing & Analysis
– Maintain accurate product costing and bills of materials; identify cost-saving opportunities to improve profitability
Capex Control
– Manage and report on maintenance, growth, and HSE projects in SAP PPM; track progress and ensure budget alignment
Budgeting & Forecasting
– Develop annual budgets and monthly forecasts for costs, production volumes, and Capex; ensure alignment with business goals
Closing Activities
– Determine and communicate accruals for expenses and Capex to support timely and accurate month- and year-end closings
Experience and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
3–5 years of relevant financial or plant controlling experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Strong proficiency in SAP and Business Warehouse systems.
Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate insights clearly.
Excellent planning, organization, and negotiation skills.
Results-oriented with strong attention to detail.
Effective communicator with the ability to partner across functions and influence decision-making.
Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values accuracy, efficiency, and innovation. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on plant performance and profitability while working with leaders who value your insights.
Details
Seniority level
– Associate
Employment type
– Full-time
Job function
– Manufacturing and Finance
Industries
– Chemical Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LANXESS by 2x
Get notified about new Plant Controller jobs in
Kalama, WA .
Kalama, WA $100,700.00-$167,900.00 2 days ago
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