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Plant Controller
Wacker Neuson —Menomonee Falls, WI
In addition, this role leads and develops the cost accounting team, building capability and strengthening the organization’s long-term manufacturing finance…
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Fisher-Barton Inc. —Watertown, WI
Experience: 3–5 years of cost accounting / plant accounting experience strictly within a manufacturing or industrial environment. The Plant Finance Co-Pilot.
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Plant Controller

Wacker Neuson -
Menomonee Falls, WI

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Accounting systems
Cost accounting analysis
Financial close processing
Inventory valuation
Valuation analysis
SAP
Team development
Bachelor's degree
Accounting experience within manufacturing industry
SAP Finance & Controlling
Managing accounting teams
Closing the books
SAP Manufacturing

Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Functioning as the Plant Controller, the Operational Finance Lead is responsible for leading all aspects of manufacturing finance, including product costing, inventory valuation, financial planning, and financial close integrity within a complex SAP environment.

This role ensures the accuracy, transparency, and scalability of cost and operational financial data in a moving average and variant-configured product environment. The position serves as a key business partner to plant and operations leadership, translating financial data into actionable insights and driving improved business performance.

In addition, this role leads and develops the cost accounting team, building capability and strengthening the organization’s long-term manufacturing finance expertise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Costing & Inventory Management

Own the integrity of product costing in a moving average price (MAP) environment
Ensure accuracy of inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, and margin reporting
Lead analysis of:

Material cost changes
Purchase price impacts
Production and inventory cost drivers

Monitor and manage inventory reserves, including excess, obsolete, and net realizable value
Provide clear visibility into margin performance by product, configuration, and business drivers

SAP Costing & Data Governance

Own SAP costing processes and data structures, including:

Material master data
Bills of material (BOMs) and routings
Cost components and cost flows

Ensure data integrity across systems impacting product cost
Partner with IT, engineering, and operations to resolve costing inconsistencies
Lead continuous improvement of costing processes and system functionality

Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead plant-level budgeting and forecasting processes
Develop financial plans based on:

Production assumptions
Cost behavior
Product mix and configuration

Monitor performance against plan and provide actionable variance analysis
Support capital investment analysis and long-term planning efforts

Financial Close & Reporting

Ensure accurate and timely completion of month-, quarter-, and year-end close processes
Oversee and review:

Journal entries
Production order settlement
Account reconciliations

Maintain ownership of plant-level financial reporting and balance sheet integrity
Ensure compliance with IFRS and corporate reporting requirements
Support internal and external audit processes

Operations Finance Partnership

Serve as a finance business partner to plant and operations leadership
Participate in plant leadership reviews and performance discussions
Provide financial insights to support:

Production decisions
Cost reduction initiatives
Supply chain and sourcing strategies

Translate operational metrics into financial impact and recommendations

Leadership & Talent Development

Lead and develop the cost accounting team, including coaching and performance management
Build technical expertise in:

SAP costing
Manufacturing finance analytics

Develop high-potential employees and establish succession plans
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Process Improvement & Controls

Strengthen internal controls over inventory, costing, and financial processes
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Lead initiatives to standardize and document key cost accounting processes

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
8–12+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting
Strong experience in SAP manufacturing environments
Deep understanding of:

Inventory valuation
Cost of goods sold in non-standard cost environments
Financial close and reporting processes

Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

CPA, CMA, or MBA
Experience with moving average costing environments
Experience with variant-configured products or complex BOM structures
Prior experience in a plant controller or operations finance leadership role

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