Our client is a global leader in the extraction, processing, and supply of industrial minerals, operating in over 30 countries. The company offers a diverse range of minerals, serving industries such as construction, glass, ceramics, chemicals, and electronics.

We are currently looking for:

Business Controller

Main responsibilities

Reporting to the Business Services Manager, the role involves managing financial matters within the cluster, overseeing financial controlling activities, and collaborating with the Business Services Manager. This position will support the Director of Operations Cluster and the Director of Commercial Cluster and drive change by developing the finance function.

Key responsabilities:

Product cost planning, analysis, and reporting
Guide cost analysis process through policies and techniques
Inventory accounting and reconciliation
Support Operations & Supply Chain in inventory management and write-offs
Setup and delivery of cluster budget and forecast
Monitor variances
Period-end analysis and reporting
Ensure timely database updates and data integrity
Conduct comparative data analysis
Manage end-to-end CAPEX process, including financial justification and post-investment reviews
Recommend improvements in policies, processes, and practices
Act as a change champion for global and sub-regional procedures deployment

Candidate profile

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Master degree preferred for larger and complex cluster or in an related field
5+ years of experience as a financial analyst or controller, or 3 years in a business services role in an international organization
Basic knowledge and ability to quickly learn and gain experience in other areas of expertise
Understanding of Company's business and key processes
Knowledge of cluster operations, supplier and client landscape
Insight into sales and product mix, and impact of production changes on profitability
Deep understanding of financial controlling, budgeting, and forecasting processes/models
Expertise in profitability analysis, variance analysis, costing deviation, and working capital monitoring
Knowledge of the cost structure of the cluster
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare reports, statements, and projections
Experience with short and long-term budgeting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis
Strong affinity with technology
Quick adaptation to new technology tools and processes
Familiarity with budget planning and enforcement processes and procedures
English – proficient verbal & writing