Cost Estimator Immediate Need

Contract Details

Position: Cost Controller
Start Date: ASAP
As the Cost Controller, you will support the financial performance of the plant by ensuring accurate cost management, financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and profitability monitoring. You will partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Accounting, and Plant Leadership to drive financial transparency and support strategic decision-making.
Cost Control & Financial Analysis
Maintain and ensure the accuracy of the plant's cost accounting structure and production cost calculations.
Monitor cost performance indicators, analyze variances, and implement corrective action plans.
Calculate and maintain plant hourly rates and cost allocation methodologies.
Investigate and explain variances between actual and budgeted financial performance.
Support the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial planning activities.
Contribute to monthly closing activities and financial reporting cycles.
Ensure alignment between operational performance and financial objectives.
Investment & Profitability Management
Perform financial evaluations and profitability studies for projects and investments.
Conduct return-on-investment (ROI) analyses for plant equipment and capital expenditures.
Monitor actual versus expected project returns and recommend corrective actions when needed.
Support business cases and financial assessments for operational improvements and strategic initiatives.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Accounting teams to ensure consistency and accuracy of financial data.
Support inventory control processes and management control policies implemented at the site.
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in Cost Controlling, Plant Controlling, Manufacturing Finance, or a similar finance role.
Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling capabilities.
Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting systems.
Experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
Knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
Familiarity with ERP systems and financial planning tools.
Experience working in a fast-paced, international organization.
We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.
You'll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow's automotive industry.
Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.
With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.