VARTA Microbattery is looking for a dedicated and experienced Plant Controller to join our team in Brașov. As a key member of our Finance department, you will play a vital role in ensuring the company's financial performance is well-tracked and aligned with our goals. Your insights will drive business decisions that impact production efficiency and profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support and initiate steering activities for production input factors, affecting the P&L, through timely reporting and tracking KPIs related to Direct Labor, Material, and Overhead costs (daily, weekly, monthly, and ad hoc).
• Monitor the routings together with the technical department and implement the changes in SAP;
• Monitor and report on key Balance Sheet indicators such as Inventories, Accounts Receivables, and Accounts Payables.
• Analyze P&L data on a cost center level to ensure product assortment margins are transparent and suggest corrective actions when necessary.
• Track budget adherence for operations, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate and recommend actions for continuous improvement initiatives based on profitability calculations.
• Review purchase requisitions and manage cost center planning for the yearly budget process.
• Support inter company transfer pricing for all outbound sales.
• Oversee state aid projects and assist in internal audit activities.
• Collaborate closely with the Management team for regular reviews and strategic decisions.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Economics or Business Administration field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
• Manufacturing background with a high-level understanding of technical processes.
• Experience in SAP R3, S4 HANA across all relevant modules.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Familiarity with Power BI / Qlik is desirable.
• Experience in IBM Cognos is a plus.
• Proficiency in English (advanced level).
Desired Skills:
• Strong analytical thinking and consulting abilities.
• High presentation skills
• Excellent time and self-management skills.
• Resilience and ability to manage workload.
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer oriented
At VARTA, we offer an exciting work environment where you can make a real impact, grow professionally, and contribute to the success of a global leader in energy storage solutions.
Join us and be part of a future-oriented company that values teamwork and commitment!

