Factory Controller Factory Controller

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•South Whitehall Township, PA

2d•$120,000 - $154,000

About The Position

As the Factory Controller for our Allentown (PA) site, you will serve as a strategic financial partner to the factory leadership team, ensuring robust internal controls and cost performance. You will lead all aspects of financial governance, including period-end close, compliance audits, and safeguarding of assets. This role drives performance management through cost analysis, variance reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborate across departments to identify savings opportunities, and maintain accurate inventory and material data. As a leader, you will coach and develop the accounting team, champion digitalization of financial processes, and promote a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
4+ years of experience working with general accounting, cost accounting, internal controls, compliance management, budgeting and variance analysis in a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, military or related environment
2+ years of people leadership experience

Responsibilities

Coordinate with factory departments to complete all period-end close activities in a timely fashion based on factory and corporate deadlines
Ensure adherence to all required internal controls including policies, procedures, reporting and safeguarding of assets in accordance with Nestlé Continuous Excellence and accounting standards
Lead timely, accurate and strategic development and oversight of the annual budget
Collaborate with department managers and corporate partners to manage budgets, track and analyze costs, and identify savings initiatives
Support factory leadership in driving operational efficiency and optimizing resource allocation
Deliver direction to the factory accounting team to achieve department objectives and provide ongoing coaching and training opportunities for professional growth and development