Our client is a well-established international manufacturing group backed by private equity with a strong footprint across Europe. The company is currently undergoing a dynamic growth and transformation phase focusing on operational excellence process optimization and financial transparency at plant level.
We are looking for an experienced Operations Controller to support the finance organization and local management team. The role combines hands-on controlling with strategic business partnering in a dynamic growing international group with a strong focus on operations and plant performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as a business partner for plant management providing financial insights and supporting decision-making processes
Drive budgeting forecasting and long-term planning processes at plant level
Monitor and analyze plant performance (production costs variances KPIs) and propose corrective actions
Ensure accurate standard costing cost center setup and product costing in SAP
Oversee month-end closing activities related to plant controlling (cost allocations settlements variance analysis)
Support liquidity planning and working capital management
Identify and implement process improvements with a focus on efficiency and automation
Ensure compliance with internal controls corporate policies and external regulations
Collaborate closely with headquarters and other international stakeholders
Requirements:
Strong expertise in controlling (liquidity planning budgeting performance management)
Solid experience as Operations Controller / Plant Controller in a manufacturing environment
Advanced SAP proficiency (FI/CO) including standard costing cost center accounting and settlements
Strong understanding of production processes and cost structures
Excellent analytical skills and entrepreneurial mindset with solid business understanding
Experience working with senior management and ideally private equity environments
Strong focus on risk management compliance and transparency
Excellent English language skills
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