SA&D Industrial Controller (F/M/X)

Solvay; Lyon; Sur place; EUR 95 000 - 119 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading chemical company is seeking an Industrial Controller to support the Global Business Unit. The role involves financial guidance, leadership of Site Controllers, and collaboration with Operations to drive performance. The company fosters a sustainable environment and offers a hybrid working mode with professional development opportunities.

Prestations

Extensive parental leave and insurance coverage

Flexibility in work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Internal mobility and mentorship programs

Language courses

Qualifications

• Approximately 15 years of experience in Controlling.
• Experience in FP&A, cost accounting, and investment profitability.
• International exposure and familiarity with Solvay internal rules.

Responsabilités

• Leading a team of 7 Site Controllers.
• Providing financial guidance and insights.
• Driving performance and management cycles.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Business Partnering

Impact and influence

Fluency in English

Formation

Relevant education in finance or equivalent

Outils

SAP

IFRS

Description du poste

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• We are looking for an Industrial Controller for the Global Business Unit (GBU) Soda Ash & Derivatives (SA&D). In this role, you will act as a business partner supporting the Operations team to focus on performance and facilitate decision-making. You will report to the Head of Industrial Controlling.
• This position offers a unique opportunity to join Solvay as a key Finance partner with global responsibilities in a transformative environment.
• You will be accountable for:
• Leading a team of 7 Site Controllers
• Partnering with Operations and Business to deliver performance and develop options
• Providing financial guidance and insights, communicating overall performance
• Driving the performance and management cycle (monthly results, forecasting, action plan follow-up)
• Collaborating closely with the Finance function
• Ensuring efficient processes and reliable figures, mainly around OPEX, but also Working Capital and CAPEX
• Maintaining compliance with IFRS and internal controls
• Supporting competitiveness and excellence projects
• We offer a permanent contract with a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education in finance or equivalent
• Approximately 15 years of experience in Controlling
• Key competencies include:
• Experience in FP&A, understanding of actual costing, P&L, price-volume-cost analysis, cost accounting, investment profitability
• SAP knowledge, IFRS, international exposure, familiarity with Solvay internal rules (Tax, Transfer Pricing, Reporting)
• Leadership skills to develop and lead a team
• Fluency in English
• Desired behaviors include:
• Experience in Business Partnering
• Ability to challenge the status quo
• Impact and influence skills
• Collaborative mindset
• Strong communication skills for presenting financial information
• Ability to manage complexity and communicate clearly
• About the pay and benefits
• Competitive salary range: €95,200 to €119,000, based on skills and experience, with additional incentives
• Solvay Cares program offering extensive parental leave and insurance coverage
• Focus on well-being, work-life balance, flexible work arrangements, and support programs
• Opportunities for professional development, internal mobility, training, mentorship, and language courses

About us

• Solvay, founded in 1863, is a pioneering chemical company committed to sustainable solutions, with over 9,000 employees worldwide. We aim to transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, focusing on sustainability and social responsibility.
• We promote diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We support candidates requiring accommodations and encourage all to apply, even if unsure about meeting all criteria.