Operations Controller Manufacturing

We’re excited to announce an opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role that supports the success of our business in Romania!

We’re looking for a Finance Plant Controller to be based at our Ecolab plant in the city of Victoria, Brasov County, to lead a team of experienced professionals. If you’re passionate about business, driving performance and excellence, building strong cross-functional relationships, and fostering a collaborative culture—this could be your next move.

The Finance Plant Controller is responsible for managing the financial administration of the plant and for providing plant leadership team with key financial data and analyses to enable decision making in a wide variety of operational and accounting decisions. Reporting to the Global Supply Chain Finance Director – Life Sciences, the role will take a lead position in controlling cost and forecasts for the plant.

• Partner strategically with the Plant Manager to drive sound financial and operational decisions
• Lead and grow the site finance team, ensuring accurate financial reporting in line with US GAAP and statutory requirements
• Own month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end closing activities, delivering results under tight deadlines
• Manage site financial reporting and provide clear, insightful monthly management reports
• Lead plant budgeting and forecasting, including manufacturing and logistics costs, material losses, and price variances
• Collaborate closely with plant leadership to identify efficiency improvements and cost‑saving opportunities
• Establish strong financial controls, KPIs, and performance‑tracking processes to enhance plant performance
• Act as the key contact for auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance and governance
• Promote a culture of compliance, continuous improvement, and Health & Safety excellence

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in Finance in a multinational company, including plant finance experience
• Fluent English language skills – both verbal and written (additional language knowledge beneficial) 
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel and ERP systems (e.g. SAP experience)
• Willingness to travel (5-10%)

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Strong personal agility:  Ability to fit in and work with the management team and other stakeholders
• Ability to lead others, work individually, and collaborate with others

What’s in it For You

• Working in a dynamic and international company, where entrepreneurship, innovation, personal relationships, collaboration, and customer service are top priorities.
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best