Plant Controller

Requisition ID: 39708

Job Location(s): Nordborg, DK

Job Description
At Danfoss we have a never-ending focus on diversity in all it formats, hence we want to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.

Danfoss is seeking a Plant Controller. As Plant Controller you will manage, control, and analyze the financial development and act as business partner to the plant operational leadership team. You will work closely together with the BU controller in Connect & Control Solutions as well as other company finance functions.

Managing several different projects in relation to this is a complex and at times time consuming effort. Even so we strive to focus on delivering best in class projects without compromising a visible and good work life balance.

So, if you know that you thrive in a complex organisation and enjoy having several simultaneously tasks and interactions, focusing on implementing ambitious projects and initiatives, then please apply.

You will become part of a truly global and diverse professional team where expectations are high but realistic, and you will be surrounded be excellent, positive, and knowledgeable colleagues.

We encourage to have the best possible work life balance meaning that we are open for flexibility when the business activities allow it.

Job Responsibilities
• Perform costs analysis and follow-up on all cost categories (variable costs, OVC, FE etc) on monthly and ad hoc basis and make proposals to minimize deviations
• Present financial performance results and policies to Management in order to take appropriate business decisions.
• Working with the different departments on improving results, understanding gaps and helping to close gaps.
• Preparation of quarterly plant forecast, including deviation analysis to budget and previous forecast.
• Timely and accurate preparation of financial management reporting for the plant (incl. KPI reporting, analysis, trends).
• Identifying and communicating risks and opportunities to Management Team resulting from analysis, hence making proposal for correction and improvements.
• Responsible for the coordination and preparation of the annual budget ensuring total plant budget meets targets provided by BU Controller/Leadership.
• Assisting project leaders in preparation of new AFE's, PDP & DCF models, localizations, and follow-up.
• Training of organization at all levels within the plant.
• Facilitate yearly costing run and secure organizational involvement in validation of standards, incl. monthly material ledger.
• Participate in Group projects related to the financial area, such as reporting, system implementations, new ERP projects etc.
• Assist all levels in organization with financial questions on a day-to-day basis

Background & Skills
You hold an MSc in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business Administration and you have 3+ years relevant working experience from a job within finance after graduation.
This job requires you to be able to maneuver in a dynamic environment that will both develop and challenge your skills as you stay focused on the path to improve continuously. You work with people from different culture background both internally and externally.
Therefore, excellent communications and culture awareness skills is key; the ability to influence others and being a good team player is essential. Moreover, we imagine that you possess outstanding skills in Excel and are more than familiar with SAP and BO.

Possessing business minded skills first and foremost in combination with an analytical/systematic approach will be a distinct advantage as the nature of this position requires a high aptitude and ability level. Furthermore, you have proficient understanding of the forecasting and budgeting processes, hence understanding/interpret data and prepare reports is second nature to you.

You can also challenge stakeholders, shining a light on the essence of your findings in relation to managing projects and change management processes efficiently

To support this your pace is high and enjoy being proactive, well organized and solution orientated. You are an energetic and positive team player who can interact and work agile with a notion of transparency and urgency when necessary.

For job-specific and/or technical enquiries, please contact Director Operations, CCS NOR, Helene Warno Holst at +45 40 88 27 90. For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Recruiter, Line Overgaard Duus at +45 74 88 31 48

Please apply at your earliest convenience. We do not have an application deadline but accept applications if the job is posted. The job ad will be closed once we have found the right candidate.

Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.