Senior Plant Controller (m/f/d)

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