Plant Controller

The position will be located in Angleur

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Finance Manager will oversee all aspects of financial operations, including accounting, financial control, financial and management reporting, variance analysis, business planning, budgeting, and forecasting for our plant located in Angleur.

Additionally, he / she will maintain close collaboration with the finance team of the Interco sales entity based in Belgium.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Oversee Management Accounting : Responsible for management accounting activities for our plant in Angleur.
• Lead Month-End Closing : Coordinate the month-end closing process, ensuring timely completion and compliance with the monthly closing schedule and quality standards.
• Collaborate on Budgeting and Reporting : Partner with the Plant Manager and Finance Director Europe in preparing budgets, forecasts, monthly reports, and KPIs. Support the Plant Manager and internal stakeholders by providing guidance on results and performance.
• Perform Financial Analysis : Conduct ad hoc analyses, including purchase price break-even, client profitability, and metal balance. Manage capex requests (including payback calculations) and track investment performance.
• Drive Profitability Improvements : Identify challenges and opportunities to enhance profitability and recommend actionable solutions.
• Manage Reporting and Cost Analysis : Oversee monthly closing activities, including EBITDA reporting, and conduct detailed cost analyses.
• Lead Strategic Projects : Manage key initiatives such as the implementation of management cost accounting (Excel-based), changes to legal structures and their SAP impact, incorporation of new legal entities (like the Zano business), and related tax and transfer pricing considerations.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

REPORTING LINE

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE