Plant Finance Controller

Organisation:

Morgan Advanced Materials is a UK-based global company established in 1856, specializing in ceramic and carbon materials. With operations in over 30 countries, about 8,500 employees, and £1,100m revenue We serve diverse markets by solving complex problems with innovative materials. Headquartered in Windsor, Berkshire (UK), we're listed on the London Stock Exchange as a member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Our goal is to use advanced materials for a more sustainable world and improved quality of life.

Performance Carbon Business Unit:

Our newly merged Performance Carbon unit generates £350m in revenue, offering high-performance solutions for rotary and linear transfer systems, as well as electrical carbon products. We also produce self-lubricating bearings and seals for pumps and sealing applications, serving both industrial and fast-growing markets.

Your role as Finance Controller;

This position is based on-site at the plant of Morgan Advanced Materials in Luxembourg (Windhof Koerich). 

You will be part of the Plant's Management Team, manage 1 team member and report directly to the Senior Finance Manager Operations, based in France.

As the main language at the plant is French, fluent in French is essential for integrating with the local team, and English is required for broader business communication. 

The site has approximately 65 employees, including production, admin, sales, and R&D.  

Are you ready to take ownership of the finance function at a dynamic manufacturing site in Luxembourg?

As the Finance Controller, you will be the cornerstone of financial operations, working closely with the local team and act as the key business partner to manufacturing and management. 

Your role will be hands-on and varied: you'll oversee all financial activities, from month-end close and budgeting to product costing and statutory reporting, ensuring the site's financial health.

You'll play a pivotal part in the rollout of Microsoft Dynamics D365. This is your chance to shape processes, drive change, and leave a lasting impact as the site transitions to a more global finance structure.

You'll supervise and support the local accountant, coordinate with the support team, based in Swansea (UK), and be the go-to person for financial insights that help drive business decisions. 

To thrive in this role, you'll need a strong background in manufacturing finance, a solid grasp of product costing and budgeting, and the confidence to lead system implementations. Experience with Lux GAAP and statutory audits is highly valued.

If you're adaptable, energetic, and ready to make a difference in a business that values both tradition and innovation, this is the opportunity for you

What you need to do: 

•    Responsible for all site financials: month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, product costing, and financial reporting;

•    Supervise and support the accountant in daily transactions, payment runs, bank reconciliations, and month-end activities;

•    Responsibility to ensure completion of group IFRS financial reporting according to pre-defined timetable and quality according to group standards and requirements;

•    Prepare and present financial indicators and analysis to support local business and manufacturing management;

•    Lead and coordinate the ERP (Microsoft Dynamics D365) implementation for the site;

•    Ensure statutory accounts are prepared in line with Lux GAAP and manage the audit process with external auditors;

•    Liaise with the Swansea (UK) finance support team to delegate and coordinate transactional tasks;

•    Maintain strong relationships with the local team, fostering collaboration and supporting change management as the site adapts to a more global structure;

•    Support and train team members on new systems and processes as required;

•    Identify, address and implement areas for process improvement and efficiency;

•    Ensure compliance with local legal and tax requirements;

•    Participate in site and business meetings, acting as a key finance representative and advisor.

What you need to bring:

•    Proven finance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 8 years in accounting roles.

•    Responsibility for the full Finance capabilities (accounting, cash, FP&A, capex management, tax etc.)

•    Background in product costing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis specific to manufacturing;

•    Experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics D365;

•    Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing external audits, familiarity of Lux GAAP;

•    Ability to oversee daily financial operations, payment runs, bank reconciliations, and month-end close;

•    Strong communication skills: fluent in French for local team, proficient in English for broader business;

•    Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and change management skills; adaptable and proactive;

•    Willing and able to work onsite in Luxembourg most of the time; independent and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Why would you work for us?

•    You'll receive a competitive salary, a company car and a performance-based bonus, reflecting the importance of the role;

•    You will have the opportunity to take full ownership of the finance function at a well-established manufacturing site, making a direct impact on business operations and strategy;

•    The company values adaptability, initiative, and personal growth, providing opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career within a global organization;

•    You'll be part of a business that respects tradition but is also embracing innovation and change, allowing you to contribute to and shape the future of the site.

 

VITRU | International Executive Recruitment is exclusively assisting Morgan Advanced Materials to recruit the best candidate for this crucial role.

How to apply:

If your profile matches the above requirements, please send your English CV via the apply button to VITRU, The European Executive Recruitment Firm.

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