Job Description

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.

We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

The Plant Controller will be responsible for the adherence to financial policies and ICRF controls, improving internal business processes to support Saint-Gobain Life Sciences' growth/profitability model. The Controller is a critical member of the site/plant leadership team, serving as the plant manager's "right-hand".

The Controller provides financial analyses and recommendations to ensure the site is aligned to strategic objectives; and is a proactive business partner/advisor, aiding the decision-making process of management on corrective actions/countermeasures, and enforcing ownership & accountability.

The Site Controller position will: Lead the annual RF1/3 forecast, budget, plan process at the site, providing accurate explanations of significant variances, including analysis of actual vs. budget and/or forecast. Focus on timely month-end results/reporting with a keen eye on strategic planning to ensure the business is growing profitability. Lead the processes of the month-end close to ensure alignment of the HPS/LS deadlines. Prepare, approve general entries/reconciliations (as needed/required), Ensure accuracy/integrity of the balance sheet (quality of working capital, changes in fixed assets, etc.). Lead the annual standard cost development process for the site to ensure transparency of cost/margin. Ensure all plant accounting activities comply with the processes outlined in the ICRF, IFRS, HPS/LS policies, and sound business practices. Lead the annual completion of the ICRF gap analysis & ensure the execution of action plans, adherence - Segregation of Duties, system/access controls are in place. Evaluate site internal controls (review of HPS/LS policies, purchasing authorities, etc. to ensure alignment with internal controls along with the 6 essentials). Assessing current accounting processes, offering recommendations for improvement, and implementing new innovative processes. Support LS & Operations Controller with the AD HOC requests, annual plan, budget & standard cost development process. Proactively researching issues - anticipating opportunities and providing answers & insight to key questions before they are asked. Support CI/WCM initiatives (participation in Kaizen's, problem-solving events) ensuring countermeasures, projects are defined with clear financial objectives & results are tracked and reported accordingly. Co-manage along with the project manager the capital process & provide guidance/assistance. Creation of forward-looking financial models and "what-if" modeling capabilities, cost/benefit, margin impact (make vs. buy, etc.) enhancing the decision-making process.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's Degree - in Accounting/Finance; Required. Master's Degree - in Accounting/Finance; Preferred. Experience: 3+ years of experience within a Cost Accountant / Controller Role within a Manufacturing setting; Required. 3+ years of experience within a Financial / Operational Analyst function; Required. Experience & assessment knowledge utilizing an ERP system (SAP, QAD, ORACLE); Required. Strong fundamental "know-how" in accounting/finance/business related topics. Solid verbal & written communication, analytical, strategic/systemic thinking & leadership skills. Strong business advisory and proactive partnerships skills.

WHO WE ARE:

Saint-Gobain Research (SGR) North America is one of Saint-Gobain's largest industrial research laboratories. The center is home to more than 400 employees working at the leading edge of innovation on multidisciplinary industrial research, preparing the future by designing tomorrow's products and processes across an amazing variety of markets and technical disciplines. Since 1985, SGR North America has been supporting existing businesses, developing future businesses, and nurturing talent.

Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. They can be found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate change.

LEGAL STATEMENT Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.