Plant Controller

About the client

Our client is a well-established production organization with a strong footprint in Romania, currently focused on enhancing financial visibility and operational performance across its manufacturing activities.

The environment is dynamic, with direct exposure to decision-making processes and a clear need for structured, insightful financial support in business operations.

About the role

This Plant Controller role goes beyond traditional reporting and offers the opportunity to act as a true business partner for both operations and leadership.

You will play a key role in understanding performance drivers, supporting decision-making, and improving financial discipline across production and commercial activities.

Responsabilities

• Analyze financial and operational performance across production, supply chain, and commercial areas, identifying deviations and improvement opportunities
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, including annual planning and periodic revisions
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of monthly closing activities, including accrals and financial validations
• Prepare and present financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and explain variances vs. budget and prior periods
• Conduct profitability analysis across product portfolio, channels, and cost structures
• Support pricing decisions and financial simulations (ROI, NPV, scenario analysis)
• Monitor working capital components and contribute to cash flow optimization
• Act as a business partner for operations and sales teams, providing financial insights and challenging assumptions
• Support leadership (including CEO) in business reviews and strategic initiatives
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems and reporting tools

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in financial controlling, preferably within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Strong understanding of cost controlling, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Ability to translate financial data into business insights and recommendationsSolid knowledge of accounting principles (management accounting focus)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (and BI tools like Qlik is a plus)
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with non-financial stakeholders
• Proactive mindset, ownership, and ability to work in a dynamic environment

About the offer

• Competitive compensation aligned with role complexity
• Exposure to leadership and involvement in business-critical decisions
• Opportunity to shape financial processes and contribute to performance improvement
• Professional and stable working environment
• Development opportunities within a structured organization

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