Business Controller

Sibelco Poland; Województwo pomorskie; On-site; PLN 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Sibelco Poland is seeking a skilled BSR - Controller II to act as a strategic partner to Cluster Directors, leading financial planning, budgeting, and performance management aligned with global objectives.

You will drive manufacturing costing, variance analysis, and cost-reduction initiatives while supporting month-end close in SAP and ERP systems. English fluency and strong cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, business or comparable degree/qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing controlling/FP&A.
• Strong SAP S/4HANA knowledge and experience in standard costing and manufacturing P&L.
• Knowledge of forecasting, budgeting (revenue and costs) and cost control principles.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, high accuracy.
• Capacity to translate data into compelling, action‑oriented analysis.
• Pragmatic, self‑motivated, results‑oriented, adaptable, able to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong team spirit, willingness to help others, ability to work in multicultural environments.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken). Working knowledge of Polish.

Responsibilities

• Lead cluster-level financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Deliver monthly performance reviews with analysis of variances (actuals vs. plan/forecast).
• Partner with operations to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Monitor manufacturing cost structures including standard costing, variances, and inventory valuation.
• Analyze production metrics, material usage, labor, and overhead absorption.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives in collaboration with production and supply chain teams.
• Contribute to monthly closing processes in SAP, Tagetik/One Stream.
• Prepare and present timely FP&A reports to local and corporate stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements (COGS/COS, SG&A, Gross Margin, EBITDA).
• Contribute to internal and external audit processes (NRV, inventory, costing process).
• Prepare material pricing calculations for ICO transactions.
• Act as a financial advisor to Cluster Operations and Sales directors.
• Support capital investment decisions with business case analysis and ROI modeling.
• Participate in strategic projects (automation, expansion, ERP upgrades, etc.).
• Act as an expert for other Sibelco controllers in controlling processes, particularly in standard costing and manufacturing P&L.
• Provide coaching and advice to other controllers.

Skills

Financial planning & budgeting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Stakeholder communication

English proficiency

Multicultural teamwork

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in economics or related field

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Tagetik

OneStream

Job description

BSR - Controller II

Location: Gdańsk, Shared Office

Job Description

Are you a Finance Business Partner with experience in Business Controlling (FP&A) ready to make a significant impact on a global organization? In this key position you will be a strategic business partner to the Cluster directors, ensuring robust financial planning, cost control, and performance management in alignment with global corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cluster-level financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Deliver monthly performance reviews with analysis of variances (actuals vs. plan/forecast).
• Partner with operations to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Monitor manufacturing cost structures including standard costing, variances, and inventory valuation.
• Analyze production metrics, material usage, labor, and overhead absorption.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives in collaboration with production and supply chain teams.
• Contribute to monthly closing processes in SAP, Tagetik/One Stream.
• Prepare and present timely FP&A reports to local and corporate stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements (COGS/COS, SG&A, Gross Margin, EBITDA).
• Contribute to internal and external audit processes (NRV, inventory, costing process).
• Prepare material pricing calculations for ICO transactions.
• Act as a financial advisor to Cluster Operations and Sales directors.
• Support capital investment decisions with business case analysis and ROI modeling.
• Participate in strategic projects (automation, expansion, ERP upgrades, etc.).
• Act as an expert for other Sibelco controllers in controlling processes, particularly in standard costing and manufacturing P&L.
• Provide coaching and advice to other controllers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics, business or comparable degree/qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing controlling/FP&A.
• Strong SAP S/4HANA knowledge and experience in standard costing and manufacturing P&L.
• Knowledge of forecasting, budgeting (revenue and costs) and cost control principles.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, high accuracy.
• Capacity to translate data into compelling, action‑oriented analysis.
• Pragmatic, self‑motivated, results‑oriented, adaptable, able to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong team spirit, willingness to help others, ability to work in multicultural environments.
• Quick adaption to new technology tools and processes.
• Independent and team working capabilities.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken). Working knowledge of Polish.

Employee Type

Permanent

EEO Statement

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.