Capital Control & Finance Engineering Leader

You’re not inclined to settle for any role. We share that mindset, because our mission is to deliver Better Care for a Better World. This requires dedicated people and teams focused on meaningful impact. In this role, you’ll bring your expertise, talent, and drive to shape and oversee a portfolio of iconic, groundbreaking brands, contributing to better care for billions around the globe. The opportunity starts with you.

Location: Neenah, WI

Overview

Responsible for robust financial governance and cost discipline across major capital projects, while establishing standardized practices, tools, and frameworks that enable consistent execution within the Enterprise Capital Engineering team. The role ensures alignment between enterprise capital investment priorities and project execution, promoting transparency, efficiency, and value delivery.

Financial Controls & Governance

• Establish and uphold financial control frameworks for large capital initiatives, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with Capital Governance and Finance teams to ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Implement cost-tracking tools and dashboards to deliver real-time visibility into project financials.
• Conduct financial reviews and audits to confirm adherence to approved budgets and identify opportunities for cost optimization.

Work Practices & Tools Development

• Design and deploy standardized processes, templates, and digital tools for capital project planning, execution, and financial reporting.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency, transparency, and accountability in capital project delivery.
• Train and mentor the broader Enterprise Capital Engineering team on best practices for financial management and project governance.
• Develop knowledge-sharing platforms to ensure consistent application of financial and operational standards globally.

Strategic Alignment

• Ensure financial strategies align with enterprise capital investment priorities and long-term asset strategies.
• Support decision-making by providing financial insights and scenario modeling for major projects.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership to integrate financial considerations into technology and asset strategies.

Risk & Compliance

• Monitor and manage financial risks associated with capital projects, including currency fluctuations, inflation, and supply chain impacts.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards in all financial and operational practices.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You know our world‑class brands—and so does the global community. Millions rely on Kimberly-Clark products every day. Our success stems from talented professionals like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to driving innovation, growth, and impact. With a legacy spanning over 150 years of market leadership, we continuously seek new and better ways to perform—opening doors of opportunity. Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level and thrive in a performance culture fueled by genuine care. You value sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and ongoing career development. You love what you do, especially when it makes a difference. We embrace constant exploration of new ideas on how, when, and where we can achieve results. In our professional environment, you’ll experience Flex That Works—flexible (hybrid) arrangements that empower purposeful time in the office while collaborating with your leader to balance flexibility with business needs.