Senior Plant Controller – Borgo San Michele, Italy
We are seeking an experienced Senior Plant Controller to oversee the financial management of our pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. The role requires a deep understanding of industrial controlling, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across functions to support strategic decision‑making.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Full management of industrial controlling activities for the plant and ownership of the entire P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.
- Preparation and monitoring of the annual budget, periodic forecasts, and multi‑year plans.
- Variance analysis between standard and actual costs, identifying root causes and proposing corrective actions.
- Monitoring of industrial KPIs (production efficiency, OEE, scrap, cost per batch, etc.).
- Working Capital analysis and control.
- Support and development of NPV analysis for CAPEX.
- Profitability analysis of products, processes, and cost centres.
- Support in determining product standard cost and in calculating transfer prices.
- Preparation of management reporting for local leadership and the group (monthly reporting).
- Coordination with the accounting team for financial and statutory closings.
- Collaboration with Corporate Finance for audits, compliance, and IFRS requirements.
- Support for investment projects (business cases, payback/ROI analysis).
- Support and coordination of corporate projects aimed at improving finance processes, acting as a liaison between corporate colleagues and the site team.
Your Profile
- Degree in Economics, Management Engineering, or related fields.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in industrial controlling roles in the manufacturing industry, preferably in a pharmaceutical environment (GMP, FDA, etc.).
- Knowledge of financial reporting standards (IFRS) and audit requirements.
- Strong knowledge of industrial management control principles.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred – CO, FI, MM, PP modules).
- Excellent command of Excel and data analysis tools (Lucanet, Power BI are a plus).
- Experience in people management (direct or functional) is a plus, as the role may evolve into a managerial position.
- Excellent English (written and spoken).
- Strong results orientation and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication abilities and aptitude for cross‑functional interaction.
- Ability to work independently and manage complex projects.
- Problem‑solving mindset and adaptability to change.
Your Motivation
Are you ready for new challenges in a highly competitive environment? Do you want to contribute creatively and autonomously? We welcome you to explore how you can make a meaningful impact within our culture of proactive problem‑solving.
Apply Now
If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity, please reach out to Chiara Fanasca (Human Resources):
Chiara.Fanasca@aenova-group.com
Aenova Group – Headquarters
- Member of the Aenova Group – Strada Statale 156, dei Monti Lepini
- 04100 Borgo San Michele LT, Italy
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing