Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP

Sr. Controller

Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP • $110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 5-7 years in manufacturing finance or related roles.
  • Strong expertise in standard costing, inventory accounting, variance analysis, and full absorption costing.
  • Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP, and skilled in analytics tools like Power BI.
  • Proven track record of influencing business decisions and managing stakeholder relationships.
  • Demonstrated ownership of business results and increasing responsibility in previous roles.
  • Ability to quickly adapt and learn in dynamic environments with measurable outcomes.
  • Strategic thinker with commercial insight and readiness to relocate for career growth.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the senior finance leader and key strategic partner, providing insights that drive operational and commercial decisions.
  • Own the financial performance of the plant, overseeing P&L management, budgeting, and forecasting while identifying risks and opportunities.
  • Lead manufacturing finance operations, focusing on cost control, productivity measurement, and KPI management.
  • Develop financial dashboards and performance metrics to enhance data-driven decision making within the organization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support pricing strategies, capital investments, and long-term growth initiatives.
  • Champion finance transformation through automation, advanced reporting tools, and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Expand your influence within the organization by taking on additional responsibilities and leadership development.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth through leadership development programs.
  • Engagement in strategic projects that impact business direction.
  • Access to advanced tools and technologies that enhance financial reporting and analysis.
  • Collaborative work environment focusing on cross-functional partnerships.
  • Possibility of relocation for advancement within the company.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the senior finance leader and strategic business partner for the site, providing financial leadership, business insights, and recommendations that influence operational, commercial, and strategic decisions.
  • Own plant financial performance, including P&L results, profitability, margins, working capital, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, while identifying risks, opportunities, and actions that improve business outcomes.
  • Lead manufacturing finance and cost controlling activities, including standard costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, productivity measurement, KPI management, and cost-reduction initiatives that drive operational performance.
  • Develop and own financial and operational dashboards, analytics, and performance metrics that strengthen accountability and support data-driven decision making throughout the organization.
  • Partner closely with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering, and leadership teams to support pricing, customer and product profitability, capital investments, make-versus-buy decisions, and long-term growth strategies.
  • Drive finance transformation through automation, Power BI, AI-enabled reporting, predictive analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, visibility, and business performance.
  • Demonstrate leadership potential by expanding influence, taking ownership beyond traditional finance responsibilities, and building experiences that prepare you for future Finance & Controlling leadership opportunities within the organization.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with 5-7 years of progressive Finance, Accounting, or Controlling experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong expertise in manufacturing finance, including standard costing, inventory accounting, variance analysis, full absorption costing, financial planning, forecasting, and plant profitability management. Strong ERP experience required, with SAP experience preferred, combined with proficiency in Power BI or similar analytics tools.
  • Experience influencing business decisions through financial analysis, business partnership, operational collaboration, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
  • Demonstrated record of delivering business results, taking ownership of outcomes, and successfully managing increasing levels of responsibility throughout your career.
  • Demonstrated learning agility, including examples of taking on unfamiliar challenges, expanding scope, adapting to changing business environments, and successfully translating new experiences into measurable results.
  • Proven leadership potential demonstrated through influencing stakeholders, leading strategic projects or business initiatives, exercising sound judgment, driving change, and operating beyond the expected scope of your current role, even without direct people leadership responsibility.
  • Demonstrated strategic thinking, commercial acumen, continuous improvement leadership, and a willingness to relocate for future development opportunities as part of a long-term Finance & Controlling career path.

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About Freudenberg Nonwovens, LP

Freudenberg Nonwovens is a leading manufacturer of nonwoven fabrics for a variety of industries, including automotive, construction, filtration, healthcare, and hygiene. The company's products are used in a wide range of applications, from air and liquid filtration to wound care and feminine hygiene. Freudenberg Nonwovens is a subsidiary of the Freudenberg Group, a global technology company with operations in more than 60 countries. The company was founded in 1849 and is headquartered in Weinheim, Germany. Freudenberg Nonwovens has manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
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