Factory Controller

ABB LTD; Nottingham; Presencial; GBP 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank-holiday

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Private medical cover

Descripción de la vacante

ABB is seeking a Factory Controller in Nottingham to lead financial processes at the site. You will monitor performance, drive improvements, and partner with factory leadership to optimize profitability.

The role requires 3+ years in financial leadership within manufacturing, a recognised qualification, SAP experience, and willingness to travel between two sites. ABB offers a competitive package and career development.

Formación

• 3+ years in a financial leadership role within manufacturing/operations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Recognised financial qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent experience.
• Driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.

Responsabilidades

• Lead financial processes and transactions to optimize factory performance.
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret data to support business decisions.
• Partner with factory managers to develop strategy and global model.
• Translate strategy into business plans and targets; oversee planning.
• Ensure robust business controls aligned with policies.

Conocimientos

Financial analysis

Manufacturing experience

Leadership

SAP

ERP changes experience

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

UK driving licence

Educación

Chartered Financial Qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Herramientas

SAP

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Factory Controller

Date: 2026-10-17

Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, GB, NG1 5

Work Mode: Any

Company: ABB

Application Deadline: 2026-11-17T10:00:20.16

Introduction

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

Reporting To

Business Controller

Role Overview

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead financial processes and transactions to optimize financial performance within the factory/site. Each day, you will support effective business decisions by monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting financial data to evaluate various business alternatives. You will also showcase your expertise by recommending the most appropriate business solutions.

Team Dynamics

You will lead a team of 4 colleagues, where you will be able to thrive and support the development of direct reports. You'll work closely with the Leadership Teams across 2 manufacturing sites helping to ensure that both individual and business objectives are delivered and deliver high class Financial Data to the team to support key decision making.

What's in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Work model: onsite

Responsibilities

• Helping run what runs the world by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.
• Contributing to the definition of the finance strategy for your respective factory or manufacturing site.
• Serving as the key partner to factory managers in determining strategy for your area of responsibility and developing a global business model, aligning with wider strategy, implementing them, and adjusting as needed.
• Translating the finance strategy into business plans and establishing measurable targets, overseeing the business planning and forecasting process for your area of responsibility.
• Ensuring robust Business Controls are in place, regularly reviewed and tested, and in line with group policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Highly skilled in delivering high class Financial Analysis, converting complex data into meaningful metrics.
• Enjoy working in the manufacturing industry.
• 3+ years of experience in a Financial Leadership role in manufacturing/operations with excellent leadership skills.
• Enhanced knowledge of SAP, preferably with experience of ERP system changes.
• Passionate about Manufacturing and delivering best-in-class financial reporting to Factory Leadership Teams and Senior Management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Current UK driving license and comfortable with travel between 2 locations.
• Recognized Financial Qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or demonstrated extensive experience in the profession.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits scheme (including options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts, and more)
• Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships, and global projects access
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Medical Cover
• Employee referral scheme

About ABB

ABB Installation Products Division (formerly Thomas & Betts) manages electrical power connection, protection, and distribution. Their products are engineered for ease of installation and demanding conditions, ensuring safety and continuous operation for utilities, businesses, and consumers worldwide. The division includes segments such as Commercial Essentials and Premier Industrial, offering a range of products for construction and industrial applications, including solutions for medium-voltage applications used in the utility market under brands like Elastimold, Homac, and others. Manufacturing includes made-to-stock and custom solutions.

Join Us

Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World. #RunwithABB

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Job Summary

Job number: JR

Profession: Finance

Type: external