Plant Controller

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods.

Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

• 1. Standard Costing:
  Calculate and update standard costs to ensure accurate product valuation.
• 2. Operational Accounting:
  Calculate, book, or review operational journal entries, including inventories, mining, and activity accruals.
  
  Control financial impact of mining plan (Reserves & Overburden assets, Depletion, UoP).
• 3. Internal Control:
  Define, maintain, and apply local internal control procedures for recording stock values and ensuring site-level process adherence.
• 4. Fixed Assets & Stock:
  Manage Fixed Assets and physical stock reconciliation with the ERP system to ensure the balance sheet is properly stated. Review capital expenditure requests
• 5. Ledger Oversight:
  Oversee accounting ledgers, ensuring the correct utilization of cost centers and General Ledger (G/L) accounts.
• 6. Audit Management:
  Coordinate local internal and external audit follow-up for the scope of activities, specifically regarding inventory and fixed assets.

• 1. Budgeting & Forecasting:
  Build site-level budgets and financial forecasts in alignment with group guidelines.
• 2. Performance Reporting:
  Complete monthly plant reporting files, providing key messages to Industrial Controlling and local management regarding major cost deviations.
• 3. Data Analysis:
  Extract necessary data from the ERP (e.g., energy consumption, mining, inventory data) and perform ad hoc analysis to improve cost and production performance.
• 4. Process
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Provide relevant financial explanations and data to support the BA Hub Controller and Site Manager on a monthly basis or as part of periodical planning processes.

Education:

Accounting diploma or degree in Economics/Finance.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, or Plant Controller in an industrial context.

• 1. Accounting Knowledge:
  Deep knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS), local laws and regulations.
• 2. Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in financial software (SAP S4
  
  Hana), database tools, and Google Workspace (specifically Excel/Sheets).
• 3. Analytical Thinking:
  Ability to handle complex financial information, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• 4. Business Partnering:
  Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to create bonds, inspire trust, and work effectively in a highly collaborative, cross-functional setting.
• 5. Communication:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial data to both peers and senior management.
• 6. Results Orientation:
  Focused on delivering measurable business outcomes while balancing financial discipline, operational efficiency, and stakeholder expectations.
• 7. Ethics and Integrity:
  Demonstrate the highest standard of professional conduct, accountability, and compliance, ensuring honest and transparent operations.
• 8.
  
  Location:
  
  Thabazimbi Position Type Full time and Permanent

IMERYS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

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