Huntsman
Polyurethanes
CostController
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“Cost Controller at Huntsman. Skills: Cost controlling, Financial analysis, Budget forecasting, SAP proficiency, Advanced Excel skills. Serving as the primary finance contact at the Wilton site. Supporting fixed cost controlling activities for the NL site”
What You'll Achieve.
Drives performance improvements
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Business acumen; Ability to challenge decisions from a business value perspective; Proposing solutions
Willingness to travel regularly to the Wilton site (about 2-3 days a month), Maintaining a regular physical presence at Wilton (about 2-3 days a month)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics, 5–7 years of relevant experience, preferably in finance operations/controlling in a manufacturing setting, Advanced Excel skills, Proficiency in SAP, Fluent English, both written and spoken
Nice to Have
analytical skills and business acumen, Ability to challenge decisions from a business value perspective, Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across departments, Willingness to travel regularly to the Wilton site
What You'll Do.
Serving as the primary finance contact at the Wilton site
Supporting fixed cost controlling activities for the NL site
Managing and reporting on fixed costs
and maintenance costs
Preparing annual budgets and monthly forecasts in collaboration with cost center owners
Performing systematic and ad-hoc analysis of costs
including time writing reports
purchase-to-pay process
and plant-related expenses
Performing month-end closing activities and cost reporting
Developing and improving performance and cost reporting tools
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Finance Business Partner to UK and NL management teams; Proactively communicating issues and proposing solutions; Close collaboration with stakeholders across plants and shared service centers
Communication Scope
Fluent English, both written and spoken; Proactively communicating issues; Excellent interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Capex projects management
Full Job Description
**Job Description** : **Cost Controller** ** _Role Overview:_** We are looking for a **Cost Controller** to join our Polyurethanes EAIME business, supporting our manufacturing sites in the UK and NL. This position provides financial analysis, budget forecasting, and cost control for UK and NL operations. It acts as a Finance Business Partner to local management, ensures compliance, and drives performance improvements. The position involves regular presence at the Wilton site (about 2-3 days a month) and close collaboration with stakeholders across plants and shared service centers. The selected candidate will be based in the GBS Hub in Krakow. **Do you think you’re the right fit for this opportunity? Apply today!** ** _Role Responsibilities:_** **As a Cost Controller, you will be responsible for:** * Serving as the primary finance contact at the Wilton site (approx. 60% of time). * Supporting fixed cost controlling activities for the NL site (approx. 40% of time). * Managing and reporting on fixed costs, Capex projects, fixed assets, and maintenance costs. * Preparing annual budgets and monthly forecasts in collaboration with cost center owners. * Performing systematic and ad-hoc analysis of costs, including time writing reports, purchase-to-pay process, and plant-related expenses. * Performing month-end closing activities and cost reporting. * Developing and improving performance and cost reporting tools. * Acting as a Finance Business Partner to UK and NL management teams, proactively communicating issues and proposing solutions. * Ensuring compliance with SOX controls and internal policies. * Providing backup support for the European Operations Controller during holidays or peak periods. * Maintaining a regular physical presence at Wilton (about 2-3 days a month). **_Experience and Competencies:_** **We are looking for experienced candidates with strong financial and analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic manufa
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