Plant Controller (f/m/x)

Mondi Group; Sonneberg; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondi Group is seeking a Finance Controller with manufacturing finance focus to oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across multiple sites in Thüringen. You will deliver clear insights for strategic decision-making and drive cost-saving initiatives in a transformation environment.

Fluency in German and English is essential, with at least 5 years supporting manufacturing sites. Strong IFRS/local GAAP knowledge, Excel expertise, and experience with ERP systems (SAP FI/CO planned) are

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing controlling
• Fluency in German and English

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning processes including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Monitor and optimise costs, analysing raw material expenses, production KPIs, and operational efficiency
• Lead ERP-related financial processes, ensuring system implementation, data integrity, and improvements (SAP FI/CO in future)
• Support SAP FI/CO implementation during 2027 for SAP S/4HANA rollout in 2028
• Support business transformation, managing financial aspects of change initiatives
• Ensure financial compliance (IFRS/local GAAP), internal controls, and audits
• Evaluate capex with business cases and financial analyses for machinery, capacity expansions, and operational improvements

Skills

German language

English language

Financial accounting

Analytical skills

ERP systems

Excel

Transformation mindset

Communication across stakeholders

Education

University degree in Business Administration/Finance/Controlling

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Oversee financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, while delivering clear insights for strategic decision-making
• Monitor and optimise costs, analysing raw material expenses, production KPIs, and operational efficiency to drive cost-saving initiatives
• Lead ERP-related financial processes, ensuring effective system implementation, data integrity, and continuous process improvements (e.g. SAP FI/CO in the future)
• Support the implementation of SAP FI/CO during 2027 as preparation for the planned SAP S/4HANA rollout in 2028
• Support business transformation, managing the financial aspects of change initiatives such as process redesigns, system upgrades, and integrations
• Ensure full financial compliance, including timely and accurate reporting underIFRS/local GAAP, managing internal controls, and leading audits
• Evaluate capital expenditure projects by preparing business cases and financial analyses for machinery investments, capacity expansions, and operational improvement initiatives

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Controlling, or a comparable field, ideally with a focus on manufacturing finance
• Experience in manufacturing controlling, ideally within a production environment.
• Fluency in German and English is essential
• At least 5 years of experience in supporting multiple sites, especially in the manufacturing industry
• Solid understanding of financial principles and accounting, combined with strong analytical skills
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; high IT affinity and experience with ERP systems
• Ready to work in a transformation environment with a hands-on mindset, taking ownership to solve problems, improve data transparency, and continuously develop controlling processes
• Strong team orientation, openness, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders in a plant environment

We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile - for colleagues and customers - our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi's success.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi.