Lead Cost Controller

Lead Cost Controller

Requisition Number: 30095 Company: Westinghouse Electric Co Location: Cranberry Township, US Vsters, SE Salwick Preston, GB

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the Role

As a Lead Cost Controller, you will analyze and managing product costs across the five manufacturing plants within the Nuclear Fuel business segment. You will ensure accurate product cost tracking, variance and trend analysis, and cost optimization to support operational efficiency and profitability including product cost comparisons to improve product optionality. You will also support the LOA costing process and partner with Commercial Finance and operations to lead optimal pricing recommendations. We ask that you have collaborate with plant controllers, operations teams, and finance leadership to deliver relevant insights and maintain compliance with corporate standards and a understanding of manufacturing processes and principles. You will report to the Manufacturing Controller and be located at our Cranberry Township, PA headquarters location, or our fuel manufacturing sites in Vasteras, Sweden or Springfields, UK. Hybrid work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Consolidate and analyze product cost data across five manufacturing plants, identifying trends and variances.
• Prepare cost reports for segment leadership, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Support development of dashboards and KPIs for cost performance monitoring.
• Help prepare plant-level and consolidated cost budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor adherence to budgets and provide variance explanations with corrective actions.
• Evaluate cost structures across products and plants and recommend strategies for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Partner with operations to identify cost drivers and implement process improvements.
• Collaborate with plant controllers and manufacturing leadership to align cost management with operational goals.
• Provide financial insights for decision-making on production planning, procurement, and capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, cost standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred. Industrial Engineering background also considered. CPA or CMA preferred or country equivalent. 5+ years' experience in cost accounting or financial analysis in a manufacturing environment. Experience with cost accounting principles and manufacturing cost structures.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $112,400 to $140,500 per year.

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system: Safety and Quality Integrity and Trust Customer Focus and Innovation Speed and Passion to Win Teamwork and Accountability.

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries.