Plant Finance Controller, Fairfield, Ohio

Schneider Electric Fairfield, OH Open
Schneider Electric is looking for Plant Finance Controller, Fairfield, Ohio in Fairfield, OH.
This local job opportunity with ID 3932808567 is live since 2026-11-02 02:19:36.
Overview

In this role you act as the finance partner for the Modular Data Center plant, leading governance of financial performance, cost management, capex, and internal controls. You will challenge operational outcomes, provide reliable financial insights, and support the Plant Director and leadership in protecting margins and cash flow. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews, translating site results into actionable recommendations. A meaningful hook is your role in shaping plant profitability and long-term competitiveness through strong finance leadership.

Compensation / Benefits
  • medical (with member reward points)
  • dental
  • vision
  • basic life insurance
  • flexible work arrangements
  • paid time off and holidays
Responsibilities
  • Act as trusted finance partner to Plant Director and leadership team
  • Drive P&L performance, productivity, working capital, and cash flow
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring for the site
  • Deliver accurate financial reporting and management review materials
  • Strengthen actual vs. standard analysis by key drivers across materials, labor, volume, mix, and commodities
  • Lead RMI analysis, cost validation with commercial/tendering teams, and support cost recovery
  • Oversee capex planning, governance, and post-investment tracking
  • Ensure internal controls compliance and support audits and DOA/COA governance
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
  • 5+ years of plant controlling or manufacturing finance experience
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing P&L, product costing, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory
  • Experience in manufacturing or project-based environments with understanding of cost drivers
  • Advanced Excel and ERP experience; Oracle ERP a plus
  • CPA/CMA or relevant professional certification preferred
  • Strong business partnering and influencing capabilities
  • Ability to challenge leaders with data-driven insights
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-support skills
  • Advanced Excel
  • Oracle ERP
  • Costing and budgeting
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