(Senior) Plant Controller

If you are a finance professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson's Professional Tools business has an exciting opportunity for you

As a Senior Plant Controller, you will be a pivotal member of our team, working closely with Plant Management and the local Finance Leader to drive financial performance and operational efficiency. Your role will be central to ensuring that financial data is accurately reported, analyzed, and used to inform strategic decisions. You will collaborate across departments, providing critical insights and financial guidance that directly impact our business's success.

We are looking for an experienced controller with strong communication and analytical skills who is eager to join a large plant and location with more than 500 amazing colleagues.

Emerson's global Professional Tools business is an equal opportunity employer, offering the broadest portfolio of reliable tools and technologies for those working in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades With unparalleled expertise from RIDGID, Greenlee, and Klauke, we deliver trusted products that provide diligent performance to handle the industries' toughest challenges.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Monthly and annual financial planning and analysis (annual budget review, monthly plan updates, excess & obsolete, utilization and manufacturing spend analysis)
• Reconcile the monthly financial results to plan and explain significant differences in working capital and profitability (including manufacturing variance tracking and diagnosis)
• Generate monthly reports and variance analysis of actual performance and provide recommendations for corrective actions
• Work with the plant management to keep costs under control and provide visibility by creating relevant analysis and reporting tools
• Keep track of productivity and cost reduction projects
• Participate in the decision-making process by preparing detailed analysis and making recommendations to management
• Create and maintain performance dashboards and regular follow up on relevant supply chain KPI's
• Provide back-up for accounting/controlling on monthly close requirements
• Conduct periodic operational reviews with Operations, Finance and Management
• Ad-hoc projects - work on special projects with focus on continuous process improvements

Who You Are:

You balance planning with actions. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. You use financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities. You follow through on commitments. You seek ways to improve processes, from small tweaks to complete reengineering.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• University Degree in Finance, Accounting or Controlling.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience with preparing balance sheets, P&L's, and other financial statements to complete required financial analysis.
• Experience working with SAP as ERP system.
• Excellent communications skills and the ability to comfortably communicate financial information to senior levels in the organization.
• Proficiency in German and English.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Past experience working in a matrix organization.
• Being proactive, able to identify and handle priorities.

Our Offer To You:

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. We're emphasizing a culture of togetherness - one that builds community, prioritizes collaboration and continuous improvement.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson .

Moreover, our global volunteer employee resource groups will empower you to connect with peers that share the same interest, promote diversity and inclusion and positively contribute to communities around us.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional needs. From competitive benefits plans and comprehensive medical care to equitable opportunities for growth and development we strive to create a workplace that is supportive and rewarding. Our work schedule aims at creating new levels of growth, build a stronger community and provide greater professional development for our employees.

Make this great opportunity yours

ABOUT US

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go

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