Sherwin-Williams

Plant Controller

Sherwin-Williams  •  Lelystad, NL (Onsite)  •  26 days ago
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Job Description

Site Controller providing financial leadership and governance across manufacturing operations, with responsibility for site performance reporting, month‑end close, and cost control. Partners closely with plant management, Global Supply Chain Finance, and regional leadership to drive productivity improvements, capital planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Monitoring and analyzing daily reporting,

  • Ensuring the timely and accurate closing of the books including inventory transactional accounting, obsolescence and related reviews and reconciliations,

  • Assisting in the month end close by reviewing the Site P&L and Opportunity Cost report

  • Supporting annual site budgeting and monthly forecast

  • Financial validation of physical inventory counts and related activities

  • Serve as the main point of contact for (GSC) HQ and the Region

  • This position is accountable for the daily, weekly and monthly preparation and analysis of reports for management's use in fiscal decision making

  • Provides analytical support for Operational Excellence cost savings projects, including Lean projects, Six Sigma, Capital Projects, Kaizen Events and 5S projects

  • Review, support and follow up on capital projects

  • Participation towards completion of monthly and ad hoc reporting and other related tasks and duties as directed or needed

Basic qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or related field

  • At least three years of relevant working experience

  • Good knowledge of English

  • Previous experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel

  • Problem solving and analytical skills

  • Strong emphasis on ability to take own initiatives, being able to find your ways and work independently

Preferred qualifications

  • Accounting experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment is preferred

  • Previous experience with the budgeting process is preferred

  • Previous working experience from an international company or from working abroad

  • Experience with Oracle ERP and Smart View and Essbase reporting tools.

  • Experience with business intelligence tools including Business Objects, OBIEE, or MicroStrategy

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

  • MBA, CPA, CIMA, or other professional certification is preferred

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At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

Eligibility to Work
You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.

Equal Opportunity Employer
An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.

Sherwin-Williams

About Sherwin-Williams

Our mission began more than 150 years ago in 1866 when Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams founded the company in Cleveland, Ohio. The duo went on to shape an industry and create a global legacy. That legacy continues on today as we look ahead and continue to innovate our future. With stores, distribution centers and facilities spanning the globe, we're able to deliver the best in paints, coatings and related products to the world. From our headquarters to our 130 distribution centers and more than 5,000 retail locations, we continue to grow in new and exciting ways.

Here, there's no one path to success. Our 64,000+ employees are diverse, innovative and passionate. Our employees worldwide bring their energy and unique perspectives to each new day. We believe in careers that grow with you and open up new opportunities. With the support of a global team, you can innovate, grow and discover a career where you can thrive and Create Your 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲™.

Equal Opportunity Employer of all protected statuses, including disability and veteran.

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Cleveland, OH
Year Founded
Unknown
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