Job Title: Factory Controller
Job Summary
The Factory Controller is a key role that provides financial and commercial expertise to the factory, ensuring transparency in financial performance and its connection with non-financial performance KPIs. This individual will work closely with the Factory management team to understand performance levels and utilize this insight to inform business decision-making.
Main Responsibilities
The Factory Controller will:
* Maintain accurate and transparent recording and reporting of monthly factory performance, highlighting underlying performance drivers clearly and objectively.
* Provide actionable reporting to facilitate course correction and/or acceleration of positive performance developments.
* Lead the Finance team in the factory, ensuring the achievement of objectives and fostering the personal and professional development of colleagues in an inclusive environment.
* Support the Factory team in developing investment proposals for the Regional team, anticipating stakeholder challenges and proactively addressing them to expedite approvals and enhance value.
* Maintain a strong focus on working capital forecasts and ensure the robustness of balance sheet reviews.
* Uphold a stable control environment to minimize surprises during Local and Group Audits, minimizing disruptions for Factory management.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.
* A degree in finance, economics, or an equivalent qualification.
* 3-5 years of experience in a Factory Controller role, within an International FMCG environment.
* Proficiency in utilizing SAP or other major ERP systems to maximize operational efficiency.
* Strong analytical skills, capable of comprehending and articulating complex concepts effectively.
* Knowledgeable in local GAAP and IFRS standards.
About Imperial Brands PLC
We are a truly international company, operating across 119 markets with 25,000 employees. As we embark on a new era of growth, we are transforming our ways of working and culture, driven by a challenger mindset that questions the status quo. Our agility and collaboration fuel our ambitions, innovation, and success, supported by award-winning development programs that create exciting and rewarding career opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates and respects diversity at all levels.