Plant Finance Business Partner
Filago, IT
Summary
At Etex, our purpose Building Better Together underpins everything we do.
As a leading global manufacturer of sustainable building materials, we are driven by a commitment to excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We foster a culture where connection and collaboration empower our teams to thrive and perform at their best. A career with us is an opportunity to grow, learn and lead, supported by our commitment to your development and well-being.
About the role
Together, we’re shaping the future of construction. Ready to make your impact?
Join us as Plant Finance Business Partner in Promat Italy, based in Filago Plant (BG).
As Plant Finance BP, you will provide financial leadership to the Italian factory. You are expected to be a dynamic leader on the plant leadership team by contributing to all areas of plant management. You will deliver value to the plant by animating action plans to improve financial performance.
The role acts as the local finance coordinator for regulatory, statutory, and governance-related topics, ensuring effective collaboration between the plant, EBS, Group functions, and external stakeholders.
What you'll do
Key Responsibilities
Financial and Operational Controls
• Participates in the development of operational objectives in the 3 year Masterplan process
• Performs and shares analysis to address financial risks and opportunities on a regular basis
• Leads proactive development of contingency plans, productivity improvement and corrective actions
• Owns the financial aspects of the Capex process
Reporting and Analysis
• Performs the plant’s monthly/annual closing process in conjunction with the EBS team and in adherence to Etex accouting principes.
• Prepares and delivers the plant financial forecasts, following group’s guidelines.
• Leads the Cost Performance Tracker process.
• Ensures financial oversight and governance of energy-related topics
Driving plant profitability
• Leads actions in line with achieving targets, mitigating risk and prioritizing resource needs
• Provides insightful and competitive analytics that anticipate change and drive decision making
Cross-functional leadership and team contribution
• Work across organization boundaries and all levels of the company to achieve objectives, ensure full coordination and sharing of information / best practice
• Prepares regular summaries of actions to improve cost positions in plants to share with FBPs and country manager.
What you'll bring
Master’s degree in finance, accounting or other relevant field
3-5 years in a similar role
Strong financial acumen with demonstrated analytical ability accompanied by knowledge of corporate finance and manufacturing costing principles—understands P&L and balance sheet dynamics.
Providing leadership to organizations within a manufacturing operation—leading operations planning, savings, forecasting and investment analysis.
English (fluent written and verbal communication, incl. presentation skills).
Strong knowledge of SAP, BPC, Cognos, Power BI, Excel, and Shape4U
Demonstrated ability to act on analysis and drive action plans to execution
Very good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability and willingness to work with people – teamwork within an international and cross-functional environment.
Why join us?
Etex's strong purpose 'Building Better Together' is shaping a new future for the construction industry and helping to build a better future for all.
Our culture: we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships, and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
Our Road to Sustainability 2030 is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
Enjoy a high level of autonomy, exposure to international markets, and opportunities for professional growth within a global organization committed to innovation and sustainability.