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DS Smith

Financial Controller (Fixed-term until 31 December 2028)

Budapest

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Role family
Finance
Seniority
Mid level
Country
HU
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
23 Oct 2026

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the posting

We are looking for an analytical and business-oriented Financial Controller to join our Finance team in Budapest. This role will play a key part in supporting manufacturing operations through financial planning, performance analysis, and investment controlling.

The position's primary focus is on driving the budgeting and forecasting process, supporting monthly financial closing activities, and coordinating CAPEX planning and reporting to ensure effective investment decision-making and financial governance.

This is a fixed-term position until 31 December 2028.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

  • Support the budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial closing processes for manufacturing operations
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial results, highlighting risks, opportunities, and key business drivers
  • Monitor and report key operational and financial KPIs, including productivity, efficiency, waste, and cost performance
  • Perform manufacturing cost analysis and variance analysis to support operational decision-making
  • Prepare management reports, financial analyses, and performance dashboards for leadership teams
  • Partner with Plant Management and business stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability
  • Support strategic planning activities through insightful financial analysis and recommendations

CAPEX Planning & Investment Control

  • Coordinate CAPEX planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities
  • Evaluate investment proposals through financial analysis, ROI calculations, payback assessments, and business case reviews
  • Track approved CAPEX projects and monitor financial performance against approved budgets
  • Ensure compliance with corporate CAPEX approval processes and investment governance requirements
  • Support effective investment decision-making and asset utilization across the organization

Financial Control & Governance

  • Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and internal governance requirements
  • Support internal and external audits by providing relevant financial information and documentation
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, reporting standardization, and finance transformation projects

Your Profile

  • University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
  • Experience in financial controlling, financial analysis, FP&A, or manufacturing finance
  • Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes
  • Experience with CAPEX planning, investment evaluation, and project monitoring
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
  • Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions

Advantage

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of cost accounting and plant controlling
  • Experience supporting operational and supply chain functions

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to play a key role in financial planning and investment controlling within a manufacturing business
  • Exposure to senior stakeholders across Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Management
  • International and collaborative working environment
  • Modern workplace in Graphisoft Park, Budapest (3rd District)
  • 8 days of home office per month
  • Fixed-term employment until 31 December 2028

If you enjoy turning data into business insights, supporting strategic decisions, and driving financial performance, we would be happy to hear from you.

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