Plant Controller

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains.Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.Position SummaryWe're looking for a Plant Controller in Rivoli (TO) Location.The Plant Controller acts as the financial business partner of the plant management, supporting strategic decision-making through financial planning, performance monitoring, and cost analysis.The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams (Operations, Purchasing, Logistics, Quality) and interfaces with corporate finance to ensure alignment with global standards and business objectives.The Plant Controller ensures transparency and integrity of financial data, driving continuous improvement in processes and efficiency.Main opportunities and challenges: Opportunity to act as a key contributor in plant strategic decisions with tangible impact on performance.Exposure to corporate-level processes and standards, enabling professional growth in a global environment.Challenge in balancing operational needs with financial discipline and corporate requirements.Supporting the digitalization and automation of financial reporting tools.Ability to influence cross-functional teams through data-driven insights and strong business partnering.Navigate dynamic market and production conditions, ensuring agility in forecasting and planning.Main Responsibilities- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, including variance analysis vs. budget and forecast- Monitor plant costs, margins, and KPIs to support operational efficiency and decision-making- Manage the budgeting and forecasting process at plant level in coordination with corporate finance- Support investment and cost-saving initiatives through business case development and ROI analysis- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and corporate policies- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements- Act as liaison between plant and corporate finance for reporting, audits, and planning cyclesJob Position RequirementsEducation: University master degree - Economics or Management EngineeringProfessional background 3 or 4 years of experience in manufacturing companiesControlling Dept./ Accounting FirmHard skills Essential:- Excel and in general Office Suite- ERP Knowledge- English Language (written/spoken)- ITA/US GAAPConsidered as a plus:- PowerBI- SAP- AS400Soft skills- Accountability- Team and goal oriented"If you are not contacted within 60 days after your application, the search should be considered filled. In compliance with law obligations and GDPR, your application could be considered for further opportunities aligned with you profile"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party RecruitersPlease note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.