We are seeking an experienced and driven Manufacturing Finance Controlling Lead to oversee financial planning, analysis, controlling and reporting for our manufacturing operations for our various locations in Europe. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, optimizing cost structures, and supporting key business decisions .

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee financial budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for manufacturing operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of manufacturing costs, variances, and profitability.
• Analyze production costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive initiatives to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Monitor variances between actual and budgeted costs, investigating discrepancies.
• Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for manufacturing departments.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure financial plans align with operational goals.
• Work closely with operations, supply chain, and engineering teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Partner with senior management to align financial objectives with strategic priorities.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial operations and reporting efficiency.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess financial performance in manufacturing.
• Provide actionable insights to improve operational and financial results.
• Build and develop a team of financial analysts within the Budapest Shared Service Structure.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or CPA/CMA certification is a plus).
• At least 5 years of experience in financial controlling, ideally within the manufacturing or industrial sector, with direct exposure to manufacturing finance.
• Proficiency in financial systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and deliver actionable recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to present complex information clearly to various stakeholders. Additional languages are a plus. Ability to communicate with stakeholders in off-shore locations.
• Demonstrated team leading experience. Prior team building experience is nice to have.
• Proactive approach to identifying challenges and proposing innovative solutions.

What we offer:

• Internationally oriented, professional working environment
• Opportunity for career development