Unilever is currently hiring for INDUSTRIAL FINANCE CONTROLLER – Unilever Nyirbator Factory, Hungary

ABOUT UNILEVER
Unilever is one of the world`s largest Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) businesses, with interest across Personal Care, Homecare, Refreshment and Foods product categories. We reach 2 billion consumers a day. It has 161,000 employees. We make products that people love – and that make a difference. Nutritious foods. Household care essentials. Indulgent ice creams. Refreshing teas. Luxurious shampoos. Affordable, disease-combating soaps... and many more. In fact, we make around 400 much-loved brands including global brands such as Knorr & Dove, but also local brand such as Calvé (the Netherlands) and Suave (the Americas) and of course our products of the Vegetarian Butcher. Shoppers buy them in more than 190 countries. That means you’ll find at least one of our products in seven out of ten households on the planet. And we want every one of those products to make a positive impact on the lives of the people who buy them.

We want our business to flourish, and we know that our success depends on others flourishing around us. That's why our purpose is to make sustainable living commonplace, and why sustainable, long-term growth is at the heart of our business model.

ABOUT NYIRBATOR FACTORY
WE CREATE HYGIENE
Let the hygiene of your home start with you! Who are we? A modern household chemical factory of one of a world-leading FMCG company, where products such as Domestos, Coccolino, Cif, Flóraszept, and other globally recognized brands are manufactured. The factory won the Industrial Office of the Year award in 2022, so if an attractive workplace environment is important to you, you will surely feel good here!

Join us and experience how a dream workplace comes true! Here at Unilever’s Nyírbátor factory, everyone knows everyone, and friendliness is not just a slogan but part of our daily life. You can proudly see the result of your work on store shelves, knowing that you contributed to the creation of these exceptional products. We offer not just a workplace but improving your quality of life with benefits that range from healthcare, support for nutrition and exercise, to wellness and relaxation. We care for your future with retirement savings, and we are proud to our work environment that has won the Industrial Office of the Year award. Come to us and be part of this special community, where the harmony between work and life finally becomes a reality!

JOB PURPOSE
Performance, Reporting and Controlling activities in Unilever Nyribator site, and acting as reliable and trustful business partner to the Supply Chain Factory organization.


WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE?

• Contribute to driving the financial performance of the site together with the leadership team and through UMS (Unilever Manufacturing System)
• Lead annual business planning process, forecasts, and actual reporting.
• Lead for cost improvement/restructuring / capex / sourcing projects, challenge, calculate sensitivities and build business cases.
• Provide financial expertise and challenge on ad hoc projects.
• Provide leadership and vision for process improvement and automation opportunities in Finance and Performance Management.
• Lead/Monitor all Cost Controlling activities (Month-End Close, Fixed Assets, Costing) performed by colleagues in Supply Chain Financial Services (SCFS)
• Liaise with SCFS to ensure the complete and timely running of the Activity Based Costing model and generation of overhead allocation to products.
• Provide analysis of the output transfer prices, detailing reasons for movements.
• Maintain a robust forecasting system in operation and assure budget holders are involved.
• Play a vital role in the finance community within the EU supply chain, developing relationships to drive performance improvements in the site and sharing best practices with colleagues.
• Play an active role in driving change and continuous improvement in the business and within finance; identify areas that require improvement

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent certifications in Accounting, Finance or related fields
• 4-6 years of relevant work experience with strong Leadership skills
• Prior work experience in Supply Chain Finance is strongly preferred; Consumer Product Goods (CPG) preferred
• ERP Experience required; SAP preferred
• Microsoft Office required; Advanced Excel required
• Business partnering experience with clear, focused, and sound financial assessment and guidance (strategic insights, risks, and opportunities)
• Leading efficient and effective budgeting and forecasting activities (complex and time-sensitive, cycle-driven and continuous forward look approaches)
• Providing incisive and persuasive management performance reporting and analysis solutions across multiple organizational dimensions
• Developing strong personal and team relationships across a multitude of business stakeholders

The location details in the job posting are considered requirements of that position. Candidates who wish to be considered for a location-based role must be willing to reside within a commutable distance and adhere to the in-person work requirements for location (office, R&D facility or factory) as indicated in the posting.

EXCITED?
Join Unilever and our team! Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter. Your application will be reviewed against our requirements and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.

Looking forward to meeting you!

Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.
By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.