Finance Operations Partner: Drive Plant Performance & Forecasts

H.B. Fuller Company; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Portugal is seeking a Finance Operations Business Partner to drive financial insight across plant operations and support processes with data-driven analysis. You will partner with Operations leaders to improve performance, cost control, and productivity.

The role covers forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis, plus day-to-day financial operations. Candidates should have a degree in finance and 3+ years in FP&A or manufacturing finance, strong Excel skills, and ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Finance, FP&A or Manufacturing Finance.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, ERP experience, and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• 50% Operations Analysis and Support: provide financial analysis to improve performance and assist in productivity initiatives.
• 35% Forecasting, Budgeting and Strategic Planning Support: assist in quarterly forecasts and annual budget.
• 15% Day-to-Day Plant Financial Operations: partner with plant managers to explain financial impact of actions and ensure accurate financial statements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

ERP experience

Advanced Excel

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

H.B. Fuller Portugal is seeking a Finance Operations Business Partner to drive financial insight across plant operations and support processes with data-driven analysis. You will partner with Operations leaders to improve performance, cost control, and productivity.

The role covers forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis, plus day-to-day financial operations. Candidates should have a degree in finance and 3+ years in FP&A or manufacturing finance, strong Excel skills, and ERP experience.