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A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.

They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Job Description

As an Assistant Plant Controller, you support the plant’s financial performance, reporting accuracy, and compliance activities. You work closely with the Plant Controller and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, maintain strong internal controls, and support operational decision-making in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
• Analyze plant performance, costs, and profitability data to identify trends and support loss reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, SOX requirements, and internal control procedures within assigned areas.
• Prepare institutional and ad hoc financial reports and support the resolution of financial and operational issues.
• Monitor inventory valuation, standard costs, and bill of materials costing to maintain accurate stock and product costing records.
• Review customer and supplier price lists and analyze turnover, margins, and profitability by product, vehicle, or market.
• Manage financial data uploads and maintenance within ERP and reporting systems, including Hyperion.
• Support month-end closing activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and resolving financial discrepancies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English and Italian, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity with ERP and financial reporting systems.
• Good analytical skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.