Controller

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Purpose

Reporting to our Direct site controlling activities for all functions present on site. Actively support the business controlling network by supplying local information when required. Provide business support to the local operations Manage. On those sites where an Operations Function is present, serve as a member of the Site Operations Management Team enabling:

• Full finance integration into operations
• Support and drive for process improvement initiatives at a Site level
• Active involvement and challenge of business decisions

Core Responsibilities

Reporting

• Provide analyses and interpretations of financial information to various functional management and stakeholders., including Group Controlling, Division Controlling, Operations Controlling, Functional Controlling (e.g. IT, Purchasing, HR)

Site Support

• Provide recommendations on inventory management
• Manage and coordinate the annual budget process for the site
• Attend and actively participate in site operations meetings to stay informed of site activities and provide finance support/action where required

Cost Analysis

• Manage annual and periodic requirements of costing activities and analysis of COGS
• Provide detailed product costing analysis and support management in the evaluation of product costs
• Analyse process order and product level variances on a monthly basis and work with the operations team to resolve and correct costing issues
• Review COGS summary with management
• Coordinate changes in master templates with local operations
• Provide input into recipe templates from a costing perspective
• Analyse and explain local product margins
• Respond in a timely manner to pricing/commercial controlling requests

Financial Performance Analysis

• Analyse and coordinate activities associated with operations performance on site
• Contribute as an active member in site projects and initiatives that drive process/cost improvements (i.e., Supply Chain, Lean, Stable Operations, BIT, etc.)
• Support site management in the development and analysis of business plans, budgets, forecasts, cost savings opportunities, etc.
• Perform ad-hoc and pro-active analysis of the monthly KPI's and provide site and operational management with interpretive and predictive information for decision making
• Participate in forecasting and mid-to long term planning for the factory
• Support management in the strategic decision making for the site
• Perform regular cost centre and investment reviews and follow-ups. Drives resolutions of variance issues
• Review SOD within the ERP system as required and manage any change requirements at a local level

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Support requirements associated with the month-end financial close
• Review the analysis of the site P&L and identifies variances vs. budget, last year and outlook.
• Pro-actively drive and recommend corrective actions
• Financial reporting as required

Investment Process

• Work closely with site engineers, local management and regional controllers from the stage of evaluating capital proposals up until value realisation
• Manage Fixed Assets

Other

• Oversee and evaluate internal controls for the site and devise procedures to ensure clarity around processes and ensure proper internal controls
• Provide financial support for the site on special projects
• Ensure compliance to Corporate guidelines as stated in the Corporate Finance Manual

Academic Background

• Degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics or professional accountancy qualification

Professional Experience

• 4-7years' experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment

Technical Skills

• Fluent English
• SAP FI/CO
• Advanced Excel skills
• Working knowledge of costing processes and procedures
• Project Management

Benefits

• Medical and Dental plan for you and your dependents;
• Private Pension Plan;
• Life Insurance;
• On-site restaurant;
• Free Parking or Charter or Transportation Voucher;
• GymPass;
• Daycare Assistance (for women with children up to 5 years and 11 months);
• Pharmacy Assistance (medicine paid through payroll);
• Employee Assistance Program - specialized assistance and guidance in legal, psychological, financial, and social matters - 100% Confidential.

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.
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