About the role

The Finance Director will be responsible for the Plant’s entire finance function, including Accounting, Controlling, planning, reporting, internal controls and team development. The successful candidate will work closely with the Plant Manager, the local leadership team and company Finance group, supporting decisions related to profitability, revenue, costs, cash flow, investments and the continued development of the business.

Key responsibilities

• Shape and execute the local finance strategy in line with business objectives and company standards.
• Lead the Accounting and Controlling functions and ensure effective collaboration between both teams and entire organization.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing, financial statements, and the quality and timeliness of reporting according to statutory and US GAAP requirements.
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process, financial forecasts and long-range business planning.
• Analyze operating performance, costs, margins, variances and key performance indicators, and provide actionable recommendations to management.
• Drive cost optimization, profitability improvement, working capital management and cash flow performance.
• Provide financial oversight of capital investments and business projects, including evaluation of their financial returns.
• Ensure effective internal controls, compliance of finance processes, appropriate record retention and audit readiness.
• Coordinate cooperation with external auditors, banks, advisors and relevant authorities, including TAX office and grant-awarding institutions.
• Act as a key user of finance systems and support standardization, automation and continuous process improvement.
• Build, develop and engage the Finance team, including management capability development and succession planning.

What we are looking for

• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive finance experience, including leadership responsibility for the overall finance function, for Accounting and Controlling teams.
• Experience in an international manufacturing organization and a strong understanding of Plant finance and operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost controlling, statutory financial reporting and TAX principles.
• The ability to translate financial data into clear business recommendations and effectively influence management decisions.
• Experience in audits, internal controls, risk management and process improvement.
• Fluency in English and confidence working in an international environment.
• A strategic growth mindset combined with a hands-on approach, strong ownership and a results-oriented attitude.
• Experience in finance transformation, reporting automation or optimization projects.

What we offer

• A key role within the local leadership team and genuine influence on the future direction of the Plant.
• The opportunity to collaborate with international teams and contribute to strategic projects.
• End-to-end responsibility for a broad finance function covering both Accounting and Controlling.
• A manufacturing environment where Finance acts as an active business partner.
• Employment conditions and a benefits package aligned with the seniority of the role and the successful candidate’s experience.

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