Fresenius Kabi
Director, Plant Controlling
3159 Staley Rd, Grand Island, NY 14072-2028
Full-time · $143k–$200k (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 7, 2026
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Job Summary
As Plant Controller, you are a key member of the plant leadership team, reporting directly to the Vice President Finance, TechOps US, with a dual reporting line to the site head. You are responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities at the manufacturing site. This role ensures accurate reporting, effective internal controls, strategic financial planning, and support for operational excellence. The Plant Controller serves as a business partner to the site head and site leadership team, driving cost efficiency, profitability, and operational improvements.Salary Range: $142,929-$200,000 annually + 16 annual bonus & $25,000 MTIP award
Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead all financial operations for the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
- Develop and maintain accurate standard costs; analyze variances and provide actionable insights.
- Analyze production performance metrics (e.g., scrap, yield, efficiency) and report financial impact.
- Partner with plant senior leadership to develop cost-saving initiatives and monitor financial performance.
- Act as a key contributor to continuous improvement projects for the department and site.
- Monitor Net Working Capital targets and support capital efficiency projects for the site.
- Oversee month-end close process for the site, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies, IFRS, and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Prepare CapEx proposals, conduct NPV/ROI analysis, obtain approvals, and track project spend according to approval.
- Coordinate with external and internal auditors during audits and assessments.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop local plant accounting team members.
- All employees are responsible for ensuring compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required, MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred
- Possesses knowledge of cost accounting, inventories, GAAP, computer systems and SAP
- Must be able to effectively communicate with all organizational levels.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and financial software (SAP, Oracle or similar)
- Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering results.
- Typically requires 10+ years’ experience in progressively challenging accounting/finance positions.
Additional Information
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.
Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.