M&Q Financial Controller - Kiel (m/w/d)

Elanco; Kiel (WI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Vacation pay

Pension plan contributions

Health management and care

Hansefit subsidy

Deutschlandticket subsidy

Bicycle leasing

Meal subsidy

Training opportunities

Job summary

Elanco, a global leader in animal health, is seeking a M&Q Financial Controller (m/f/d) for the Kiel Manufacturing Site. You will be the functional accounting expert, responsible for monthly income statements, balance sheet review, and internal controls while engaging in site leadership discussions.

The role oversees a three-person finance team, leads planning and forecasting, and collaborates with operations to manage risks and drive cost improvements.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Controlling or Finance in a manufacturing company.
• Fluent in English and German; strong SAP/SAP BW knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly closing, ensuring accuracy of expenses, variances, inventories, and CAPEX.
• Execute and maintain the full suite of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) controls for the site, including reviews and audits.
• Supervise and develop a team of three financial analysts, coordinating activities and providing feedback.
• Act as a Business Partner, supporting operations with financial insights for decision-making and project evaluations.
• Lead business planning and forecasting activities, including expenses, capacity, variances, and production costs.

Education

MBA or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

5+ years of experience in Controlling or Finance in a manufacturing company

Tools

SAP

SAP BW

Job description

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role: M&Q Financial Controller (m/f/d)

Location: Kiel

This position is part of the Kiel Manufacturing Site Lead Team. As the functional expert for the site, the Finance Controller will be responsible for financial reporting and management. Your role encompasses monthly income statement/balance sheet review, internal controls, and the annual business plan, while actively participating in broader site leadership discussions and initiatives.

Your Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly closing, ensuring accuracy of expenses, variances, inventories, and CAPEX, and analyzing financial metrics against the business plan.
• Execute and maintain the full suite of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) controls for the site, including reviewing documentation and leading internal and external auditors through verifications.
• Supervise and develop a team of three financial analysts, coordinating activities and monitoring performance and providing regular feedback.
• Act as a Business Partner, developing an understanding of operations to bring financial and business perspectives for decision-making, risk identification, and evaluation of special projects.
• Lead business planning and forecasting activities, including expenses, production capacity, absorption, variances, capital investments, and calculating product standard costs.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• MBA or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of working experience with increasing responsibility in Controlling or Finance in a Manufacturing company.
• Fluency in English and German is mandatory; Excellent knowledge of relevant system landscape (SAP, SAP BW, etc.).

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Knowledge on Product Costing.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills, ability to communicate across all levels.
• Enthusiastic about leading and driving improvement and change.
• Strong collaboration and team management skills.
• Pressure resilience, strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.

What we offer:

• Attractive remuneration according to the MTV Chemie collective agreement.
• Employer contribution to pension plans.
• 13th Salary and vacation pay.
• Collective corporate health management and health care.
• Subsidy for Hansefit, the Deutschlandticket, and bicycle leasing.
• Meal subsidy in the canteens.
• Scope for personal initiative and opportunities for individual further training.
• Work in a dynamic team in an international company.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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