Plant Controller Switzerland (m/f/i) 100%
Switzerland, Seewis Pardisla
At GF, we see our company as a forward thinking leader in our field. Since 1802, we have been embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to peoples lives around the globe. As Plant Controller, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial success of our production site. Acting as a strategic business partner, you will collaborate with the local management team and global operations leadership to drive informed decision making, optimize processes, and ensure adherence to global standards and directives. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager and the Head of Controlling Global Operations, you will be a key driver of financial transparency and operational excellence.
Your tasks
* Actively participate in the plant leadership team, providing detailed business updates through monthly KPI reporting and insightful analyses of site performance
* Support the business unit head and portfolio management team in analyzing and understanding market and business trends
* Oversee all financial activities for the production site, fostering collaboration across departments to enhance financial transparency and process improvements
* Manage product cost accounting, standard cost accounting, investment (CapEx and innovation), and cost center controlling with a focus on variance analysis
* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with roup guidelines
* Lead the budgeting process to align with operational and strategic objectives.
* Improve working capital efficiency with a strong focus on inventory management and optimization.
* Ensure adherence to compliance standards, including Internal Control Systems (ICS), and serve as the primary contact for internal and external audits
* Collaborate with the management team to initiate and implement continuous improvement projects, driving operational and financial efficiency
Your profile
1. Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 3 years as a Controller in a manufacturing operations environment.
3. Proven experience supporting LEAN, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence initiatives.
4. Proficient in SAP and MS Office tools, with the ability to leverage technology to drive insights and efficiencies
5. Strong business acumen with a continuous improvement mindset and operational focus
6. Quick thinker with critical problem solving skills, and a reputation for reliability
7. Exceptional communication skills, capable of translating complex financial concepts into actionable insights for non financial colleagues
8. Curiosity and enthusiasm to engage with both financial and non financial topics to improve overall business performance
9. Fluency in German