Financial Operations Controller

Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.
Job Purpose and Overview
The Operations Finance Controller is part of the management team of the plant(s) of which is responsible. Ensure the link between accounting/controlling of the company and the strategic development of the site in relation to the overall group strategy. Acting as a business partner for plant manager, supply chain manager and any other operations colleagues, supporting local teams with finance expertise during forecast and budget process, during monthly closing and on CAPEX request. Manage the day-to-day processes of the operations controlling, ensuring that relevant controls are in place and adhered to.
What will you do as a [Job Title] at Dawn Foods?

• Support the Operations and Supply Chain functions in achieving the objectives and plans established.
• Draw up the Budget according to the structure lay down by the Business Group.
• Proactively collaborate with Procurement to raise raw material issues.
• Provide the plant management with analysis of costs evolution, with corrective actions and preventive action plans in order to keep the financials under control.
• Support Operations and Supply Chain colleagues in Capex requests and investments follow-up in accordance with group standards.
• Keep a close control on conversion costs, variances (Purchase Price Variance - PPV, Yield, Scrap, Inventory revaluation, Inventory difference, Other variance), Supply Chain costs and G&A costs impacting Operations P&L, and propose cost optimization actions.
• Make the monthly reporting according to the Business Group's format.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Demonstrates the "Dawn Values" of Team Dawn and supports the Circle of Excellence.

What Does It Take to be an Operations Controller at Dawn Foods?
You should have previous experience in the international FMCG industry, and 5+ years' experience in a multi-national environment.
Furthermore, you recognize yourself in the following profile:

• Strong background with financial ERP (especially SAP)
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point).
• Experience using SAP is an advantage.
• Excellent communications skills, oral and written.

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Why should you apply?
At Dawn you'll be part of an innovative company that recognizes and values your unique contributions and supports you in achieving your full potential. Our commitment to excellence extends to our employees, providing development opportunities to help you progress in your career. Our package includes:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days of annual leave + a day off to celebrate your birthday!
• Life assurance & income protection scheme
• Pension scheme
• Private health care and health cash plan

You'll also be able to enjoy such benefits as:

• Hybrid Working; the opportunity to split your week between the office and home
• Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family
• Volunteering program; spend a day volunteering in your local community
• Internal Recognition platform
• Access to over 10,000 courses on the Linkedin Learning platform
• Monthly wellness initiatives

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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID: 36262
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Date: Sep 6, 2024
If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an email to [email protected].