Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world, and they are seeking a Head of MCS Integrated Operations Finance. In this role, you will drive financial excellence across manufacturing and supply chain operations, enabling data-driven decision-making and fostering collaboration to enhance profitability and sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
- Act as strategic finance business partner to the SVP Integrated Operations, influencing procurement, manufacturing, and supply chain decisions with a strong focus on profitability and value creation
- Own and lead all financial cycles for Integrated Operations, including yearly targets, monthly outlooks, actuals and variance analysis, and multi‑year strategic planning
- Take primary responsibility for Monthly Business Review (MBR) preparation with the CEO and CFO, co‑leading content, insights, and key messages together with the IO SVP
- Collaborate closely across the Finance organization, particularly with MCS Business Unit Finance and FP&A, to ensure accurate reporting on cash costs, productivity, and savings initiatives
- Drive robust project controlling for major capital investments, strengthening financial governance and ensuring disciplined return on investment
- Own risk and opportunity management within the IO cost perimeter, acting as accountable owner of cash costs and savings initiatives impacting EBITDA and cash flow
- Monitor financial and non‑financial KPIs related to cost efficiency, productivity, inventory management, and compliance; proactively flag variances and develop countermeasures with leadership to get back on target
- Lead and develop a truly global team of plant controllers, fostering talent development, engagement, and a high‑performance culture
- Strengthen collaboration with Business Lines to ensure strong alignment between commercial priorities and operational execution
- Champion digitalization and automation through tools such as SAP, OneStream, and Power BI to enhance transparency, efficiency, and performance tracking
- Ensure adherence to corporate accounting standards, internal controls, and compliance requirements
- Lead continuous improvement and change management initiatives, fostering grit, accountability, and a mindset of deciding and driving outcomes
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, Accounting, or Business, or equivalent demonstrated experience
- Min. 10+ years of experience in FP&A, Controlling, or Manufacturing Finance within a multinational environment
- Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to influence at senior levels and lead diverse, global teams
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills
- Deep expertise in cost accounting and SAP; strong proficiency in business intelligence and reporting tools
Company Overview
Arxada is a specialty chemicals firm that specializes in microbial solutions, hygiene, home and personal care, paints, and coatings. It was founded in 2019, and is headquartered in Basel, Basel-Stadt, CHE, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.arxada.com/.