Sika AG

Manufacturing

PlantController

$115–155k ~AI est. Gastonia, North Carolina, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for entry candidates.

The Brief

“Plant Controller at Sika AG. Skills: Plant accounting, Cost accounting, Financial reporting. Provide financial leadership. Establish accounting processes”

Industry & Context.

Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Critical thinking; Problem-solving; Decision-making

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5-7 years’ experience in plant and cost accounting, 4-year degree or related experience, Above average computer skills, Above average knowledge of Cost Accounting, Above average knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Above average knowledge of Forecast and Outlook discussions, Above average critical thinking skills, Above average problem-solving skills, Above average decision-making skills, Familiarity with modern inventory control methods

Nice to Have

Preferable in manufacturing and/or automotive industry, Experience with SAP S4/Hana, Experience with Hyperion, Experience with Microsoft Office programs, Experience with EXCEL, Experience with Word

What You'll Do.

Provide financial leadership

Establish accounting processes

Maintain accounting procedures

Maintain accounting initiatives

Ensure daily operations compliance

Act as key financial resource

Analyze manufacturing cost trends

Perform monthly cost analysis

Participate in monthly OPEX calls

Implement Manual of authority

Ensure Manual of authority respect

Prepare supporting documentation for MIS reports

Prepare supporting documentation for S&O reports

Prepare reports in Hyperion

Prepare business-related reports

Analyze manufacturing cost trends

Perform monthly cost analysis

Participate in monthly OPEX calls

Implement Manual of authority

Ensure Manual of authority respect

Prepare supporting documentation for MIS reports

Prepare supporting documentation for S&O reports

Prepare reports in Hyperion

Prepare business-related reports

Assist with Standard cost analysis

Assist with absorption rates

Review standard cost in SAP

Review yearly factory rates

Implement yearly factory rates

Develop transfer pricing costs

Maintain transfer pricing costs

Review purchase price variances

Determine correct standards

Review production output variance

Ensure accuracy of finished goods postings

Create weekly process order variance reports

Create monthly process order variance reports

Disseminate process order variance reports

Document responses for variances

Document reasons for variances

Ensure accuracy of inventory in SAP

Develop procedures for physical inventory

Audit procedures for physical inventory

Participate in monthly raw material physical inventory

Ensure accuracy of book counts

Ensure accuracy of physical counts

Maintain records for variances

Review physical count differences

Post physical count differences

Produce DOH monthly inventory reports

Reduce slow moving inventory

Support successful team performance

Support Gastonia site’s performance

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with Production Management; Work with Production; Work with Logistics; Work with sales management

Full Job Description

About Sika With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika is a specialty chemical company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF11.20 billion in sales in 2025. Roles & Opportunities Sika is looking for an experienced Plant Controller to join our growing team in Gastonia N.C. At Sika, the Plant Controller will: * Provide financial leadership at the plant level. * Establish and maintain Gastonia Manufacturing accounting processes, procedures and initiatives * Ensure daily operations are in compliance with the Controller’s Handbook and Internal Control System. * o Act as key financial resource for V.P. of Operations/Plant manager * Preferred Skills * • 5-7 years’ experience in plant and cost accounting • 4-year degree or related experience, preferable in manufacturing and/or automotive industry. • Above average computer skills and experience with SAP S4/Hana, Hyperion, and operation of Microsoft Office programs such as EXCEL and Word • Above average knowledge of Cost Accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as well as Forecast and Outlook discussions. • Above average critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills. • Familiarity with modern inventory control methods • Good interpersonal and co

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