Plant Controller

Inside the Role

The Plant Controller drives high performance at the remanufacturing plant in partnership with the AMS Operations Controlling Manager and the local and corporate management team. Areas of focus include the development and tracking of financial targets, product cost analytics, and high quality management reporting. Ensures the accuracy of the financial statements. The Controller provides proactive decision support, is adept at communicating across functions and is a key member of the local leadership team.

We Take Care of Our Team

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

What You Drive at DTNA

Partner with business unit to:

• Integral part of the local management team to grow the business and provide financial direction. Also, acts as a “sparring-partner”.

• Proactively advises and challenges business partners in plant operations, engineering and other functions.

• Evaluates new business opportunities with detailed business case analysis and accurate product costing.

Lead the controlling functions:

• Develops and presents financial statements, metrics and other analytics to enable great business decisions.

• Plans, directs, and coordinates the plant operative planning process for production volume, contribution, fixed overhead, capital investment and headcount.

• Leads and coordinates local and cross-center Lean/TOS initiatives to improve processes and reduce costs.

• Performs investment analysis, general ledger accounting and fixed asset management. Calculates provision requirements and reconciles general ledger accounts to maintain integrity of financial records. Prepares and examines financial records, ensuring records are accurate and that taxes are paid.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration from an accredited university/college with 3 years of relevant related experience. 5 years of relevant related experience preferred.

• At least 1 year of group leader, project lead, or mentoring experience required.

• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.

• Team player and must have ability to lead across functional boundaries.

• High analytical and problem solving ability.

• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and motivate peers.

• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, financial analysis and reporting of financial data.

• Understanding of US GAAP and IFRS.

• Strong knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and experience with ERP systems.

• High degree of ethics and integrity.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• 5 years in controlling or accounting in a manufacturing environment or a combination of education and experience deemed to be equivalent.

• MBA and/or CPA/CMA certification.​

This position is not eligible for relocation support

LI-JN2 #LI-Hybrid

t">Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us – regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.