Operations Finance Controller

Be part of something bigger! As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!Purpose and MissionWe are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Operations Finance Controller to join our Finance team in Slatina. This role plays a key part in supporting plant-level financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and driving cost efficiency. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to strategic financial planning and decision-making.Key Activities and ResponsibilitiesLead and support monthly financial close activities, ensuring data accuracy and completeness across key areas such as Capex, cost centers, and inventoriesManage standard costing processes, including annual tariff calculations and updates, while maintaining master data in SAP.Monitor and analyze cost performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support budget owners with actionable insights.Oversee capital expenditure processes, including investment request evaluations and actuals tracking.Contribute to budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring assumptions are well-founded and figures are reliable.Ensure compliance with internal control standards and support audit-related activities.SkillsYou bring a strong sense of business acumen and can connect financial data with broader business drivers.You’re a problem-solver who enjoys improving processes and finding smarter ways to work.You’re comfortable working with digital tools and systems, and you’re eager to learn new technologies.You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments.You’re organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.You value accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a finance or controlling role, ideally within an international setting.Solid understanding of financial principles, cost management, and budgeting processes.Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office tools; experience with BI tools is a plus.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Professional fluency in English. Be bold and take the leap! We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers