Manufacturing Business Controller

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Position Title: Manufacturing Business Controller

If you are driven by solving complex financial challenges in a dynamic manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You will apply your analytical expertise and business acumen to shape the financial performance of cutting‑edge truck operations while collaborating with high‑performing, diverse teams in a fast‑paced, production‑focused setting.

Our Business Control team partners closely with manufacturing, operations, and leadership to deliver strategic financial insights and support data‑driven decision‑making.

We ensure the financial health and sustainability of the New River Valley Plant, a world‑class facility producing cabs, fairings, and accessories for Volvo VN Series and VHD trucks. With over 500,000 trucks produced since inception, the plant is a leader in manufacturing excellence.

This position will be based in Dublin, VA, and report directly to the Director Business Control, Volvo Trucks, NA.

The mission of Manufacturing Business Controller (MBC) is to ensure financial processes and operations are aligned with company profitability goals and global manufacturing strategies. You will deliver accurate, timely, and actionable financial data that enables strong decision‑making and long‑term business success.

In addition, you will act as a trusted partner to manufacturing teams, leveraging your expertise to optimize cost control and ensure compliance with internal financial policies.

• Providing critical financial analysis and reporting for truck manufacturing costs, including forecasting and variance analysis.
• Acting as a business partner to guide teams on performance, cost deployment, and continuous financial improvement initiatives.
• Managing and analyzing key manufacturing cost systems, such as SAP, and generating insights to improve cost efficiency.
• Conducting monthly closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial adjustments.
• Delivering clear, actionable reports to management to support strategic decision‑making and operational excellence.
• Ensuring compliance with Volvo Financial Procedures, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Driving collaboration across functions to enhance financial processes and achieve profitability targets.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent experience required.
• 3‑5 years’ experience in data, financial analysis, manufacturing finance, or cost accounting.
• Proficiency in SAP Financial Systems, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint), and analytical tools;
  Power BI/Power Automate experience is an advantage.
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to derive insights from complex data.
• Proficiency with financial and technical tools (SAP, Excel, and reporting platforms).
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective cross‑functional relationships.
• Understanding of production flow and cost drivers is a plus.
• Strategic and proactive mindset.

We recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That is why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans, and a solid benefits package.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• 401k, With Matching Contributions.
• Paid Time Off, including 8 paid community volunteering hours per year.
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options.
• Growth Opportunities.
• Short‑Term/Long‑Term Disability Insurance.

Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!

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