CONTROLLING LEADER / PLANT CONTROLLER
We are seeking an experienced Controlling Leader / Senior Controller on behalf of our client, that is a multinational, market leader production company, running a 300+FTE factory in Zalaegerszeg.
The main aim of the role is to oversee all controlling, budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and management reporting areas of the production site (with a strong focus on process development and ERP developments!), leading a team of 4 finance professionals, reporting directly into the Managing Director (Plant Director).
Great opportunity to leave footprint by re-designing and optimizing controlling / reporting processes and ensuring a smooth, efficient core finance operation in an ever-changing international business!
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing all controlling and reporting areas of the Zalaegerszeg site
- Overseeing and developing budget preparation, forecasting and management reporting areas, identifying process optimization opportunities
- Acting as a trusted Business Partner to the site leadership team and to the regional functional management as well
- Managing, mentoring and training a team of 4 heads, setting milestones, reviewing performances
- Ensuring appropriate internal controls, identifying risks and proactively suggesting solutions
- Coordinating financial closing activities, overseeing annual financial statement preparation with external support
- Monthly overhead and balance sheet forecasting
- Providing analysis on performances and variances, business requirements
- Active participation in coordinating external audit processes
- Providing support to the Plant Director in ROI calculations, ensure efficient support in strategic decisions, CAPEX areas
Requirements:
- University / college degree
- At least 3-5 years’ experience as a Controlling Manager or Finance Manager in a production / industrial environment
- Strong track record in reporting / budgeting / controlling management and driving related process development initiatives
- Confident, fluent English language knowledge
- Advanced Excel knowledge
- Outstanding communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills, ability to act as Senior Finance Business Partner to site leadership teams