Business Controller

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At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description:

Are We the Perfect Match? 

Are you a Finance Business Partner with experience inBusinessControlling (FP&A) ready to make a significant impact on a global organization?  

In this keyposition you will be a strategic business partner to the Cluster directors, ensuring robust financial planning, cost control, and performance management in alignment with global corporateobjectives.  

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and proactive team member to join our Business ServicesTeam inPoland! 

Reports to: Cluster Business Service Manager with a dotted line to Subregional Finance Director  

Your Impact in This Role 

AsSenior Business Controller (in other words senior FP&A role),your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

 Financial Leadership  

 • Lead cluster-level financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.   

 • Deliver monthly performance reviews with analysis of variances (actuals vs. plan/forecast).  

 • Partner with operations to drive profitability and efficiency.   

Cost Control & Analysis  

 •Monitor manufacturing cost structures including standard costing, variances, and inventory valuation.  

 • Analyze production metrics, material usage, labor, and overhead absorption.  

 • Lead cost-reduction initiatives in collaboration with production and supply chain teams.  

 Reporting & Compliance  

• Contribute to monthly closing processes in SAP, Tagetik/One Stream 

 • Prepare and presenttimelyFP&A reports to local and corporate stakeholders 

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements(COGS/COS, SG&A, Gross Margin, EBIDTA) 

 • Contribute to internal and external audits process (NRV, inventory, costing process) 

• Preparing material pricing calculations for ICO transactions  

 Business Partnering  

 • Act as a financial advisor to theCluster Operations and Sales directors  

 • Support capital investment decisions with business case analysis and ROI modeling.  

 •Participate in strategic projects (automation, expansion, ERP upgrades, etc.).  

Additional Supporting roles 

• Act as an Expert for other Sibelco controllers in Controlling processes and particularly in Standard costing and Manufacturing P&L  

• Provide coaching and advice to other controllers  

Requirements 

• Master’s degree in economics or business or comparable degree/qualification 

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Manufacturing controlling/FP&A 

• Strong SAP 4Hana knowledge and experience in standard costing and manufacturing PL 

• Knowledge of the principles offorecasting and budgeting(revenue and costs side)and cost control 

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and with strong level of accuracy 

The idea candidate will have: 

• Capacity to translate data into compelling, action-oriented analysis  

• Be pragmatic, self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable with the ability to work tonumerous pressurized deadlines 

• Possessstrong team spirit with the willingness to help others within the team and across the organization 

• Ability to work within a multicultural environment 

• Be a quick adaptor tonew technology tools and processes 

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team 

• Fluent English language ability in both written and spoken 

• Working knowledge ofPolish 

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Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Meet Our People:Careers

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• Discover Our Sustainability Goals:Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.

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