Senior Manufacturing Business Controller
Location:
Dublin, VA, US, 24084
Position Type: Professional
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
Position Title: Senior Manufacturing Business Controller
INTRODUCTION
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.
THIS IS US, YOUR NEW COLLEAGUES
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.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
The mission of the Senior Manufacturing Business Controller (Senior MBC) is to support financial processes and operations are aligned with company profitability goals and global manufacturing strategies.
The Senior Manufacturing Business Controller (Senior MBC) plays a pivotal role in the financial strategy, governance, and performance management of the plant. You will guide business decisions, drive cost competitiveness, and support long-term manufacturing strategy.
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.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Lead complex financial modeling, including make-versus-buy assessments, capacity planning, and scenario analysis.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives related to financial processes, automation, reporting efficiency, and cost transparency.
Mentor and guide junior controllers or analysts, sharing best practices and building capability within the finance function.
Evaluate manufacturing KPIs such as productivity, efficiency, scrap, throughput, and continuous improvement outcomes.
Providing critical financial analysis and reporting for truck manufacturing costs, including forecasting and variance analysis.
Provide actionable insights that influence major decisions in production planning, investment strategy, cost deployment, and optimization projects.
Ensure CAPEX decisions support long-term manufacturing competitiveness and operational needs.
Support financial governance, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and manufacturing objectives.
Serve as the primary financial advisor to senior plant leaders, providing forward-looking analysis and decision support
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.
Who are you?
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent experience required. MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred.
7-10+ years of experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, or business control.
Proficiency in SAP Financial Systems, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint), and analytical tools; Power BI/Power Automate experience is an advantage.
Deep expertise with SAP FI/CO, manufacturing cost systems, and financial modeling.
Advanced skills in MS Office, analytics tools (e.g., Power BI), and automation platforms.
Demonstrated experience partnering with senior operational leadership.
Strong understanding of production flow, cost drivers, lean manufacturing, and operational KPIs
Manufacturing environment experience preferred.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and ability to influence decisions.
Exceptional analytical capability with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage complexity and provide clarity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Continuous improvement mindset and passion for driving financial and operational excellence.
What's in it for you?
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.
Ready for the next move?
Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can't wait to hear from you. Apply today!
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company's growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $111,000- $137,000 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible.? The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:??
Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
Generous paid time off.
Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
Programs that make today's challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group's leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. ?We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. ?We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group's manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group's customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?
Job Category: Finance
Organization: Group Trucks Operations
Travel Required: Occasional Travel
Requisition ID: 26793
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Do we share the same aspirations?
Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.
Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world's most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.
Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.
If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.
Nearest Major Market: Blacksburg
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia
