Plant Controller

Plant 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.

Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Role Overview

The Plant Controller is a key member of the plant leadership team, responsible for driving financial performance and maximizing plant profitability. This role provides critical financial insights, ensures accurate reporting, and supports operational decision-making.

This opportunity is open across multiple plant locations, offering flexibility and the chance to support different manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Analysis & Performance Management

• Analyze and forecast manufacturing variances to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Partner with plant management to drive productivity savings aligned with budget commitments
• Develop and maintain cost standards for all manufactured products

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the preparation and coordination of departmental and plant-wide budgets and forecasts
• Oversee the annual capital budget, including financial justification, expenditure tracking, and ROI analysis

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly close activities and reporting deadlines
• Maintain accurate records of plant assets, liabilities, and financial transactions in compliance with corporate policies
• Support corporate reporting requirements in collaboration with leadership

Inventory & Audit Oversight

• Provide financial oversight during physical inventory counts
• Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance and accuracy

Operational Support

• Collaborate cross-functionally to support plant operations and financial decision-making
• Perform additional duties as required to support business objectives

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing accounting or plant controlling
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally

Preferred

• Experience with SAP
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CGMA

Core Competencies

• Financial acumen and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to influence and partner with operations leadership

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. 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.