Finance/Plan Controller & Operations Manager (Automotive)

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

 Main Missions

• Internal control manager

• Automatize KPI's and embed controlling instruments within IT systems

• Identification of cost & efficiency improvement potential

• Lead monthly closing process together with accounting department

• Lead the budget process

Responsibilities

• Assures timely and correct preparation of Flash, Budget and StratPlan for Production plants (Germany & Belgium)

• Key user SAP for Controlling

• Analyses plant situation, identify area of improvement, drives implementation at plants (target setting)

• Alignment of outcome for all plants in perimeter (benchmark with other countries)

• Close contact and alignment with BUCE Controller on all topic (e.g. System improvement, reporting, Division /group requirements)

• Responsible for improvement of controlling activities

Requirements:

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 12 to 18 years of experience within Controlling/Finance, including at least 4 years as a Plant Controller and a minimum of 5 years in the automotive industry.
• Solid track record of controlling instruments.
• Strong knowledge of Accounting principles and IFRS standards.
• Demonstrated solid leadership skills and experience.
• Willingness and ability to integrate into a team and a high level of resilience.
• Proficient in SAP (FI, CO) modules.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data and work under tight deadlines.
• Fluent in English and German; working knowledge of French is a plus.
• Experience as an Internal Auditor.

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.