Senior Manufacturing Cost Controller

About Hach and Role Overview

Join Hach, a part of Veralto, where we are dedicated to ensuring water quality worldwide through innovation and teamwork. We focus on advancing water analysis technologies to be faster, simpler, and more environmentally friendly. As a Senior Manufacturing Cost Controller based in Berlin, you will be instrumental in the finance team, overseeing manufacturing cost accounting that supports the financial health of our plant operations on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead, evaluating deviations from these benchmark costs.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closings for cost-related accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to US GAAP, local GAAP, SOX, and internal policies.
• Partner with Plant Business Partners and Controllers to analyze production costs, raw materials, and operating expenses to identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Work collaboratively with operations, supply chain, procurement, and finance departments to collect data essential for comprehensive cost analysis.
• Track inventory levels meticulously and resolve discrepancies to maintain precise valuation and reporting.
• Contribute to budget planning and forecasting with a focus on manufacturing costs and related expenditures.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is a prerequisite.
• Demonstrable experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing setting.
• Deep knowledge of accounting standards, cost evaluations, and financial reporting procedures.
• Familiarity with US GAAP, local GAAP standards, and SOX compliance.
• Proficient ERP skills, preferably with expertise in Oracle Fusion.
• Fluency in English; German language skills are preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits and Additional Information

• 30 days paid annual leave.
• Structured onboarding and ongoing career development support.
• Paid overtime and shift work as per collective agreements.
• Subsidies for the Deutschlandticket and job bike leasing.
• Flexible working hours with electronic attendance tracking.
• Company pension scheme contributions.
• Exposure to Lean Management practices.
• Employee discounts, wellness programs including Urban Sports membership, annual flu vaccinations, and access to occupational health services.
• Special leave or payments for events such as marriage, childbirth/adoption, or relocation.
• Annual company events like Christmas party and summer gathering.

Company Culture and Values

Hach operates under Veralto, a $5 billion global leader in water quality solutions, emphasizing environmental and social responsibility. The company promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace where each employee's unique perspectives contribute to safeguarding vital resources globally. Recruiting firms are not considered without prior agreement.