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Knauf Deutschland

Sr Manager, Controlling

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Knauf North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

  • Free on-site Health Care Facility

  • Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!

  • Virtual Medical Services

  • Fertility and adoption benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)

  • Paid parental leave

  • Paid family leave

  • Company provided Salary Continuance (Short- term Disability)

  • Company paid life insurance

  • Paid Holidays

  • Vacation

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Plus, more!

Growth opportunities available!

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

About the Role:

The Sr. Controlling Manager is responsible for leading the North American Controlling department in support of the Manufacturing and Engineering teams. The individual in this role will help set the North American Finance department vision and goals. Further, this individual will be expected to share the vision and goals with their team and aid in their pursuit. The Sr. Controlling Manager will be instrumental in the development of the Controlling team members enabling the achievement of individual and Company goals while effectively partnering with the plant and engineering teams. The Sr. Controlling Manager is ultimately responsible for the integrity of manufacturing data and financial records and the utilization of this information to drive performance improvements and favorable business outcomes.

What You'll Do:
  • Help create the vision and goals for the Finance department in alignment with Knauf goals and communicate to the team

  • Support and lead team in their pursuit of company and department vision and goals

  • Lead and mentor department employees to ensure continued development in accordance with their annual development plan, company needs, and personal career goals.

  • Support the CFO, Manufacturing leadership, Supply Chain leadership, and the Strategy team in optimizing company performance and identification of improvement opportunities

  • Provide management and oversight for the following key functions:

    • Establish and monitor control procedures to ensure the accuracy of financial records to leverage towards performance improvements

    • Direct budget and forecasting activities across manufacturing plants

    • Support the K100 Ambitions and Aspirations including but not limited to Continuous Improvement, Lowest Delivered Cost, #1 in Everything We Do, and Employee Engagement.

    • Manage and optimize the working capital of our manufacturing facilities, including proper controls around the existence and valuation of inventory

    • Support analysis and reporting efforts of manufacturing leadership

    • Monitor economic trends that could have an impact on Knauf financial performance

    • Serve as the North American SAP Controlling (CO) subject matter expert and development of CO knowledge within the Plant Controlling team

What You'll Need:

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related field

Experience:

  • Minimum eight (8) years’ of accounting experience, preferably in a plant/manufacturing environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of an ERP system such as SAP is preferred

  • Ability to analyze manufacturing statements by researching large or unusual variances to determine cause

  • Ability to prepare budgets and oversee purchasing, preferably in a plant/industrial manufacturing setting

  • Ability to solve problems for purchasing, payroll and accounts payable

  • Ability to prepare charts for financially efficient plant operations

  • Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner

  • Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization in a positive and professional manner

  • Ability to handle multiple responsibilities under limited supervision

  • Ability and desire to work in a hands-on, industrial manufacturing and office environment

  • Ability to travel approximately 5% of the time

  • Time management and organizational skills

  • Project management skills

  • Active listening skills

  • Financial and mathematical skills

  • Computer skills in MS Office; proficient in Excel (advanced user), Word and PowerPoint

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

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