Assistant Controller

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

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Team Overview and Job responsibilities

As a key member of the Finance and Controlling team, reporting directly to the Plant Controller, the Assistant Controller will play an essential role in overseeing plant cost accounting and financial accounting functions. You will actively participate in both finance and cross-functional projects, contributing to strategic decision-making and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

Your day to day will include but not limited to: 

• Support month-end close activities, including financial reporting, forecasting, and business planning.
• Monitor and manage manufacturing KPIs to ensure management has accurate data for strategic decisions.
• Maintain cost control processes to enhance financial reporting and forecasting accuracy.
• Assist with financial closing and forecasting activities for the facility. Analyze and resolve discrepancies in actual costs.
• Conduct physical inventory counts and maintain inventory records.
• Set up new production part numbers and ensure accurate costing by updating bills of materials.
• Validate and maintain fixed asset inventory, controls and procedures.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Ensure accuracy of ERP transactions through analysis and internal auditing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage spending activities, including purchase orders, receiving, and accounts payable transactions.
• Maintain accurate payroll data and provide thorough analysis.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, such as accounting firms and vendors.
• Review and improve internal process controls within the plant.
• Conduct Layer Process Audits related to safety and manufacturing procedures.

Who are we looking for? 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in financial accounting, cost accounting, or manufacturing finance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptionally structured & organized.

Desired qualifications:

• CPA or CMA or similar certification.
• Experience with SAP.
• Experience with ERP implementations
• You are a problem solver.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.

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