Dow—Senior Controllers coordinator

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Description: At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. About you and this role As a Senior Controller Coordinator, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality cost accounting support, financial analysis, and reporting services to business stakeholders. In this role, you will oversee critical cost accounting processes, support month-end close activities, manage supply chain accounting requirements, and provide valuable financial insights to support decision-making. You will collaborate closely with Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and continuous process improvements. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about driving operational excellence through automation, standardization, and business partnership. Responsibilities - Lead and support month-end closing activities, including the generation, review, and analysis of global cost accounting reports. - Review and analyze Product Cost Estimate (PCE) results and provide insights into cost performance and variances. - Manage supply chain cost accounting activities, including cost center accounting, cost allocations, and financial reporting. - Coordinate inventory stock take activities, perform reconciliations, and ensure accuracy of inventory accounting processes. - Conduct cost center reviews, cycle count assessments, and support annual budgeting and forecasting activities. - Represent the Cost Accounting team in finance transformation initiatives, process improvement projects, automation efforts, and Robotics Process Automation (RPA) programs. Qualifications - Qualified CA or CMA with a minimum of 2 years of relevant costing or cost accounting experience. - Inter CA, Inter CMA, or MBA with 5+ years of accounting and costing experience. - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Commerce (B.Com/M.Com) or a related discipline with 5+ years of relevant professional experience. - Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, financial controls, inventory accounting, and budgeting processes. - Experience working in a manufacturing, supply chain, or shared services environment is preferred. Your Skills - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement capabilities. - Advanced knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and related productivity tools. - Experience with Power BI, automation tools, and enterprise reporting systems. - Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and provide solutions to operational and financial challenges. - Strong business acumen with the ability to act as a trusted business partner. - Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Proactive communication style and strong interpersonal skills. - Fluency in English, both verbal and written. Additional Notes - Relocation assistance is not available for this position. - Flexibility to support global operations and work across international time zones is essential. - This role provides opportunities to contribute to finance transformation initiatives, automation projects, and continuous improvement programs. - Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to operational excellence, teamwork, and delivering high-quality financial support to the business. Benefits – What Dow offers you We invest in you. Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: - Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. - Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. - Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. - Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location). - Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). - Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match. - Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations. - Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. - Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. - Competitive yearly vacation allowance. - Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents). - Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured. - Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. - Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey. - On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location). - Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more. - Additionally, some of our locations might offer: - Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location) - Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location) - Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location) Join our team, we can make a difference together. About Dow Chemical International Pvt Ltd Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive customer-centric materials science company. The company is committed to delivering the right solutions to its customers’ challenges. With broadest technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics Dow India delivers differentiated science-based products and solutions in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, automobile, and consumer care. A Great Place to Work® Certified company with approximately over 1000 employees, its operations comprise of manufacturing sites, innovation center, established centers of excellence, and commercial office. As a responsible corporate, the company supports its Corporate Social Responsibility (program) with technology expertise and employee volunteerism. Dow India works with non-profit partners towards the empowerment of differently abled, women, and children in communities where it operates. The company aims to redefine the societal blueprint, by supporting holistic sustainability and circular economy initiatives. As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.