Operations Controller

<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Act as a business partner for plant management, providing financial insights and supporting decision-making processes</p></li><li><p>Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes at plant level</p></li><li><p>Monitor and analyze plant performance (production costs, variances, KPIs) and propose corrective actions</p></li><li><p>Ensure accurate standard costing, cost center setup, and product costing in SAP</p></li><li><p>Oversee month-end closing activities related to plant controlling (cost allocations, settlements, variance analysis)</p></li><li><p>Support liquidity planning and working capital management</p></li><li><p>Identify and implement process improvements, with a focus on efficiency and automation</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate policies, and external regulations</p></li><li><p>Collaborate closely with headquarters and other international stakeholders</p></li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Strong expertise in controlling (liquidity planning, budgeting, performance management)</p></li><li><p>Solid experience as Operations Controller / Plant Controller in a manufacturing environment</p></li><li><p>Advanced SAP proficiency (FI/CO), including standard costing, cost center accounting, and settlements</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of production processes and cost structures</p></li><li><p>Excellent analytical skills and entrepreneurial mindset with solid business understanding</p></li><li><p>Experience working with senior management and ideally private equity environments</p></li><li><p>Strong focus on risk management, compliance, and transparency</p></li><li><p>Excellent English language skills</p></li></ul>