We are looking for a Controller, Production for US Consumable Operations within Waukesha, Beloit and Atlanta. This position reports to “Director, Finance, Consumables” and will be based in Waukesha, WI. Our production facilities are moving to the next level as part of Valmet Global Supply organization, and as a financial partner, you will proactively collaborate with numerous global stakeholders and local managements to ensure the financial competitiveness of the facilities.
In this position, you will be required to:
Partner with the Operations management team to provide financial expertise and policy guidance to support operations.
Support business decisions through operational analysis, including business performance measures & KPIs.
Coach business with finance related topics.
Lead forecasting & budgeting process in Operations. Manage the development of production operation units' budgets and follow-up.
Prepare monthly reporting according to recently created Global Supply organization’s management system.
Drive cost competitiveness in production.
Drive global management reporting structures & report development at Waukesha, Beloit and Atlanta operations.
Assume responsibility for operation cost elements: capacity cost, capacity utilization, hourly rates, absorption.
Manage controlling inventory, investments, work in progress, fixed assets, Net Working Capital.
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting practices, rules, and regulations (SOX, IAS / IFRS, USGaap, etc.) and corporate governance practices.
Adhere to Valmet’s Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) procedures.
Adhere to Valmet’s Values, Business principles and Code of conduct.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
Degree in Finance or Economics
Experience: 4-7 years of financial management, business controlling, cost accounting in an international environment
Experience in product and project manufacturing financial management and ERP system
Ability to speak and write in English
Advanced Excel, Microsoft 365
Understanding of the latest BI tool
Willingness to travel between production sites.
Ability to work in a versatile role containing development of new demands and ways of working and take responsibility for routines.
Ability to collaborate, work proactively, and be result oriented.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
We offer
We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company-funded registered pension plan.
Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check.
Additional Information
Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people.
To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online.
When everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer’s performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how, and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers
Skills Required
- Degree in Finance or Economics
- 4-7 years financial management, business controlling, cost accounting in an international environment
- Experience in product and project manufacturing financial management and ERP systems
- Advanced Excel skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365
- Understanding of modern BI tools
- Knowledge of SOX, IAS/IFRS and US GAAP compliance
- Ability to speak and write in English
- Willingness to travel between production sites
- Experience managing inventory, work in progress, fixed assets and net working capital
- Experience leading forecasting, budgeting and monthly reporting processes
- Ability to collaborate, work proactively, organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
Valmet is the leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. We aim to become the global champion in serving our customers. Valmet's strong technology offering includes pulp mills, tissue, board and paper production lines, as well as power plants for bioenergy production. Our advanced services and automation solutions improve the reliability and performance of our customers' processes and enhance the effective utilization of raw materials and energy. Valmet's net sales in 2019 were approximately EUR 3.5 billion. Our more than 13,000 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers' performance forward - every day. Valmet's head office is in Espoo, Finland and its shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.
