Plant Controller

Career Area : Finance Job Description : Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it. As the Plant Controller (internally known as Business Manager) for Caterpillar Fluid Systems supporting two locations for both hose manufacturing and hose assembly located in Italy and part of Caterpillars Integrated Components Division you will provide financial leadership with responsibility for operations support reporting & analysis planning & forecasting cost & decision support compliance and other key financial information & insights. This is an important financial role within the Maintenance Components organization that will work closely both with facility and finance leadership. What You Will Do : Manages all aspects of monthly financial reporting & analysis and communication with facility leadership Coordinates annual and quarterly financial forecasts for the facility Provides financial leadership and support for capital spend requests and investment analysis. Develops and implements tools for analytics to continuously provide analysis and forward-looking insights Ensures high integrity financial reporting through maintaining a strong control environment Coordinates cost accounting activities Participates in facility strategy development to drive improved financial and operation performance What Skills You Have : Business Acumen : Knowledge of business concepts tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the companys business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations. Planning : Tactical Strategic : Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term) tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan. Decision Making and Critical Thinking : Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Cost-Benefit Analysis : Knowledge of the principles and tools used in cost-benefit analysis; ability to analyze the purpose and scope of a producer product process or project in terms of cost and benefits. Top Candidate Will Also Have : 4-year degree preferably in accounting 6 years of varied accounting and / or finance experience Strong cost accounting analytical skills (normals standard cost etc.) Manufacturing and component experience Knowledge of accounting systems Additional Details : Location : Frosinone or Milan Italy 5% or less travel is expected Posting Dates : September 2 2025 - September 15 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply Join our Talent Community. Key Skills Forecasting GAAP SAP Accounting IFRS Account Reconciliation SOX Financial Analysis Budgeting ERP Systems JD Edwards Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience : years Vacancy : 1 J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Milano, Lombardia, IT

Posted Date: 11/14/2025