Job Role:
Budgeting: Develop and manage the annual Plant budget, working closely with department heads to understand their needs and resource requirements.
Forecasting: Prepare regular Plant forecasts, incorporating actual results, business trends, and any anticipated changes in spending.
Variance Analysis: Analyze variances between actual expenses and budget/forecast, identifying the root causes of deviations and recommending corrective actions.
Cost Control: Implement and monitor cost control measures to ensure efficient spending and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
Reporting: Prepare regular reports on Plant performance, including key metrics, variance explanations, and trends analysis. Communicate findings to management and relevant stakeholders.
Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and analysis activities.
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with various departments and stakeholders to gather information, provide financial guidance, and ensure alignment on budget and cost control initiatives.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve budgeting and cost control processes, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and procedures, as well as relevant external regulations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field. An MBA or professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CMA) would be advantageous.
 Significant experience in plant financial controlling, with a focus on budgeting and cost management.
 Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with various stakeholders.
 Experience in PowerBi is advantageous.
 Proficiency in financial modeling and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, SAP systems).
 Strong organizational and time management skills.