What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Controller position at Ontex?
We're looking for a Operations Controller - Stokesdale to bring P.R.I.D.E. to our Finance team.
Job Purpose
- Monitor and control costs and budgets.
- Support Management in identifying errors and implementing corrective actions to minimize deviations from standards and achieve organizational goals effectively.
- Improve the accuracy of the company's reported financial results.
- Ensure financial integrity and compliance across U.S. operations while aligning with European corporate standards. Drive cost efficiency, accurate reporting, and proactive financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Period-end closing in SAP.
- Monthly cost closing.
- Preparation of monthly closing reports.
- Monthly forecasting.
- Annual budget preparation and monthly variance tracking.
- Evaluation and monitoring of obsolete products, raw materials, and spare parts.
- Inventory adjustments monitoring
- Production cost analysis and preparation of management support reports (including improvement proposals).
- Optimization and enhancement of analytical tools, including process automation.
- Analysis and monitoring of investment projects (CAPEX).
- Product cost estimation to support the Sales Department
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and group policies.
- Manage internal controls and SOX compliance.
- Support global reporting requirements and group operation processes.
The Team(s) I Will Be Collaborating With
- Manufacturing, quality, engineering, finance, R&D, commercial…
Prior Job Requirements
- Experience in manufacturing industry
Educational Requirements
- Degree in Economics or Business Administration.
- Expertise in SAP R/3, SAP CO – Controlling, and Excel.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Analytical thinking.
- Effective communication skills.
- Knowledge of U.S. regulatory environment and tax compliance.
- Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau).
- Ability to work in a global matrix organization.
Core Competencies of the Role
- Managing large volumes of information in an organized and decision-useful manner.
- Collaborating and supporting group colleagues (e.g., group projects or sharing visibility of local initiatives).
- Promoting and sharing best practices.
If you're passionate about the role and believe you would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process. Should you have any questions, feel free to contact our HR department at
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