Dematic is looking for a Plant Controller for the Operations Manufacturing plant in Cernusco sul Naviglio, Italy. This role is responsible for providing financial direction and driving operating profit and cash flow improvement. Responsible for talent development of an on-site Cost Accountant, and indirect leadership of others in Manufacturing and Finance. This role ensures conformance to FASB requirements and GAAP. What we offer: Key Responsibilities: The Plant Controller prepares and presents various financial reports and is responsible for standard costing and ERP accuracy. In addition, this leader will compile and review financial plans, budgets, and provide financial analysis at complex levels (rate of return, depreciation, working capital, investments, financial and expense performance comparisons). Then: - Define strategies to achieve the financials goals of the factories, identify leading and lagging key performance indicators - Prepare and present cost center forecasts, monthly review of actual to forecast and plan, and drive the annual budget process for that location - Calculate, review and ensure accuracy in Milan standard costs including purchase price variance and production variances - Prepare a monthly forecast for upcoming workload for location based on both backlog (booked work) and new business - Establish SQDC (Safety Quality Delivery Cost) mentality in the plant and communicate the financial performance of the plant on a daily basis - Develop strong financial and internal controls for the plants and ensure procedures are followed in accordance to company standards - Business Partner with Operations Management Tasks and Qualifications: Education & Experience Preferences: - Bachelor or Master’s degree in Finance and Accounting, or similar studies - 5-8 years relevant experience as a Manufacturing Controller - Skilled in SAP and Hyperion-Oracle. - Ability to work independently and demonstrated ability to make decisions - Strong communication skills including an ability to explain results to Management and make recommendations as necessary - Strong leadership and team building skills - Team player with a customer service mindset - Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products (especially Excel) and various ERP systems. - Travel percentage up to 15% also in EMEA Region What can we further offer? - An international environment where curiosity and proactivity is highly appreciated - Opportunity to know other countries and cultures - Opportunity to work with e-commerce customers who are leading the world at this moment - Meal totally paid by the company - Personal Computer and Smartphone - A permanent contract Further details Before meeting us, watch the videos We Are Dematic and our Solutions !