Industrial Controller Italy

CEVA SANTE ANIMALE; Cavriago; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An established industry player in animal health is seeking a finance leader to oversee financial cycles and cost management for its industrial operations. This role involves leading budgeting processes, improving internal controls, and collaborating with various departments to ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and extensive experience in industrial finance, along with strong interpersonal skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and is committed to the well-being of animals and the planet.

Competenze

• 5+ years of experience in industrial finance roles.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and cost management.

Mansioni

• Lead financial cycles and CAPEX business cases.
• Support cost control and identify savings opportunities.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal Skills

Cost Control

Financial Analysis

Business Proficiency in English

Formazione

Master's Degree in Management Engineering or Economics

Strumenti

ERP Systems (JDE)

Descrizione del lavoro

The success of a company depends on the passionate people we partner with.

Together, let's share our talents.

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing, and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet.

We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats), and wildlife.

Indeed, our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals, and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach.

As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Health is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Your Missions

MAIN MISSIONS:

• Lead all financial cycles for the local industrial side, in the frame of processes defined by the Group: budget, financial estimates, monthly closing;
• Lead local CAPEX financial business cases and follow/monitor their implementation;
• Improve internal control, notably in the fields of purchasing, distribution, and manufacturing;
• Ensure full control of inventories: inventory stock takings, stock valuation, fair value (assess obsolescence and provision for risks);
• Animate industrial cost controlling and cost-saving projects.

Data collection & analysis

• Calculate the unit standard costs consistently with Group standards & procedures;
• Issue monthly industrial variances to support decision making and action plans monitoring;
• Provide alerts and recommendations for improvements;
• Support the capture and analysis of R&D spending / CAPEX to maximize available tax credits and bio-science grants.

Policy/tools development & implementation

• Apply Corporate accounting and controlling standards and procedures regarding industrial costing and stock valuation to meet reporting requests from the Group in quality (reliable and accurate) and deadlines;
• Participate in the implementation of Corporate’s ERP in the JV: JDE production module (with the support of the Corporate IT team);
• Ensure that campuses meet all requirements of Local GAAP when appropriate.

Internal Customer Management

• Participate in SOP meetings, KPI review meetings, and interact with other departments (production, supply chain…);
• Work with the Country business controller to provide all necessary industrial cost information;
• Provide training and education to the campus staff related to industrial and cost accounting concepts.

He Or She Is In Relation With

• The Corporate Finance and Controlling Departments at Headquarters concerning drawing up industrial budgets, forecasts and estimates, monthly industrial reporting, CAPEX financial business cases and projects follow-up, the application of Group procedures and methodologies related to industrial cost management, and the contribution to cost convergence initiatives;
• The Campus Industrial Director, particularly concerning KPI’s reporting, industrial controlling report, and industrial costs strategy.

Main Objectives

Bear the voice of finance on both industrial campuses: provide General & Industrial Management with a comprehensive view of economic performance and recommendations, supported by consistent dashboards linked with operational KPIs; assess potential risks and anticipate alerts.

Business modeling & forecasting: support Industrial Management in driving and executing strategic business decisions to contribute to the profitable growth of the business and the volume manufactured; provide visibility on investment decisions through proper financial business cases; monitor unit cost evolution.

Support cost control & convergence: identify key cost drivers and savings opportunities; lead cost optimization initiatives and mid-term convergence roadmaps; support continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess the following requirements:

• Master's Degree in Management Engineering or Economics
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role within industrial contexts
• Strong interpersonal skills, proactive, and flexible
• Knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS)
• Business proficiency in English