Plant Controller

Description

The Industrial Controller is responsible for supporting the financial and operational performance of the manufacturing plant and project execution activities. The role ensures accurate cost controlling, profitability analysis, and performance monitoring in a project-based manufacturing environment within an international group structure. The position acts as a key business partner for Operations, Production, Project Management, Procurement, and Finance, ensuring transparency on plant performance and project margins.

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in Industrial Controlling or Plant Controlling or in Audit Company (Big4).

• Fluent English required.

• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred).

• Knowledge of cost accounting and industrial finance processes is preferred. Experience in engineer-to-order (ETO) and project manufacturing is a plus.

• Experience in multinational companies is considered a strong advantage.

• Knowledge of BI tools (Power BI, etc.) is a plus.

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Support monthly closing activities related to industrial accounting and plant performance.

• Monitor inventory valuation and WIP (Work in Progress).

• Ensure accuracy of product costing and contribution margin analysis.

• Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, production efficiency, labor productivity, and overhead absorption.

• Identify cost optimization opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Analyze monthly plant performance versus budget, forecast, and prior year.

• Prepare and review standard costing.

• Support Project Controllers and Operations teams in margin analysis and profitability monitoring.

• Provide financial insights into the other functions.

• Participate in operational meetings and performance reviews.

• Prepare monthly management reporting.

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to local management.