Our client is a global chemical company specializing in services such as pest management, forestry, Golf, and Industrial Vegetation Management.

The Global Product Controller Senior will play a pivotal role in our Finance team, overseeing and managing financial activities related to product accounting and industrial controlling on a global scale. This senior-level position requires a candidate positioned as leader with extensive expertise in both Accounting in Goods and Industrial Controlling.

Responsibilities:

Product Accounting:

• Lead and oversee the global product accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions related to goods including intercompany flows of goods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain robust product costing models.
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, ensuring alignment with business objectives and financial targets.

Industrial Controlling:

• Manage and enhance industrial controlling processes to optimize cost structures and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) for industrial operations, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Work closely with operational teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.

Global Financial Oversight:

• Collaborate with regional and global finance teams to ensure consistency in financial reporting and compliance with global accounting standards for the product area.
• Provide financial guidance and support to business units across different regions.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of global financial policies and procedures.

Senior Leadership:

• Act as a key financial advisor to senior management, offering insights and recommendations on financial strategies and performance.
• Manage external partners as major supplier for price and contractors supporting our activities linked to Industrial controlling finance and accounting
• Mentor and develop a team of financial professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in senior financial roles, with a focus on both product accounting and industrial controlling.
• In-depth knowledge of international accounting standards and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and cultures.
• Mastery of financial software and advanced Excel skills, including data analysis functions and pivot tables.
• Mastery of ERP systems, especially Masterdata and particularly MSD 365 knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven international environment.
• Proven leadership experience, including the management and development of finance teams.

Our client is committed to diversity in all aspects for all employees and candidates, regardless of ethnicity, color, race, religion, origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other conditions. And all opportunities are open to people with disabilities.