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Plant Finance & Performance Lead (New Plant Setup)

Samut Prakan Province Permanent THB2,400,000 - THB3,000,000 per year View Job Description
The Plant Finance & Performance Lead will serve as a key finance partner for a newly established manufacturing facility, driving financial planning, cost management, and performance analysis while providing strategic insights to support operational and business decision-making.
  • Lead finance setup for a new production facility
  • Drive business impact through operational insights

About Our Client

A global industrial manufacturer is expanding its operations and establishing a new production facility in Thailand.

Job Description

  • Oversee plant financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and month-end reporting.
  • Review manufacturing financial performance, identify key business drivers, and provide actionable insights to management.
  • Develop and maintain costing methodologies for materials, labor, and overhead expenses.
  • Evaluate production-related cost deviations and recommend corrective actions to improve efficiency and profitability.
  • Manage financial aspects of a new facility launch, including startup spending, operational ramp-up monitoring, and profitability assessments.
  • Track capital investment projects, ensure proper asset recording, and monitor asset performance throughout their lifecycle.
  • Strengthen inventory and working capital controls by partnering with relevant functions to optimize stock levels and reduce associated risks.
  • Establish and report operational performance indicators, translating operational outcomes into meaningful financial measures.
  • Collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and leadership teams to support strategic and operational decisions.
  • Lead initiatives that improve cost efficiency, operational effectiveness, and overall plant performance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Plant Controller should have:

  • A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
  • Around 8 to 12 years of experience in finance, controlling, or manufacturing-related financial management.
  • Strong understanding of product costing, cost control practices, and manufacturing finance processes.
  • Familiarity with ERP platforms, particularly SAP-based finance and controlling modules, would be beneficial.
  • Excellent analytical thinking with the ability to convert data into business recommendations.
  • Professional working proficiency in Thai and English.

What's on Offer

  • Annual salary between THB 2,400,000 and THB 3,000,000.
  • Variable bonus of 15% of annual salary.
  • Provident fund contribution of 5%.



If you have the skills and experience required for this role in Chatuchak, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Pick Kruawan
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7096903
Phone number
+6620125004

Job summary

Sector
Finance & Accounting
Specialisation
Financial Controller
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Samut Prakan Province
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Pick Kruawan
Consultant phone
+6620125004
Job Reference
JN-092026-7096903

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