Wilmar Europe Oleochemicals & Biofuels in Rotterdam is a fast growing and international processor and trader in the plant based oleochemicals industry. We are a strong proponent of sustainable growth and are strongly committed to corporate social responsibility and are a pioneer in that field in our industry.
Wilmar Europe's head office, where the trade and commercial activities for Europe are handled, is located at Delftseplein next to the Central Station in Rotterdam.
Due to the expansion and growth of our European office we are currently looking for an experienced and accurate:
Financial/Plant Controller
In this position you will serve as a key business partner to the Rozenburg manufacturing site, ensuring robust financial oversight, operational efficiency, and strategic insight. This role is essential in supporting the plant's performance management, cost control, and compliance with internal and external financial standards. At Wilmar, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, where you will have the opportunity be part of a dynamic team.
Main responsibilities:
- Act as the financial lead for the Rozenburg site, providing accurate and timely reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
- Partner closely with operations, supply chain, and site leadership to drive cost efficiency and performance improvements
- Monitor and analyse production variances, inventory movements, and capital expenditures
- Liaise with operations regarding stocks and production
- Monitor general ledger to obtain consistency and completeness of fixed and variable costs
- Ensure compliance with Wilmar Europe's internal controls, policies, and procedures
- Support audits and internal reviews, including preparation of documentation and responses
- Lead or support financial aspects of investment proposals, including AFCE submissions and follow-up
- Prepare monthly management reports and KPIs for site and site leadership
- Assist the Senior Financial Controller with month end/year end closing/monthly reporting
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in financial processes and systems
We are looking for a candidate with:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
- 5 years finance experience in a manufacturing or plant controlling position
- Speaking/reading/writing fluent English, Dutch is highly advantageous and will enable you to effectively engage with site stakeholders
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
- Proficiency in SAP and Excel; experience with BI tools is a plus
- Knowledge of Dutch GAAP (General Accepted Accounting Policy) and IFRS (International Finance Reporting Standards)
- Able to be physically on site at the Rozenburg manufacturing site 2 days per week
More about Wilmar Europe
Wilmar Europe Oleochemicals & Biofuels in Rotterdam is part of Wilmar International. Wilmar International is founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Singapore. Today, Wilmar is a world leader in processing, trading and merchandising oilseeds, edible oils and sugars, specialty fats and oleochemicals, biodiesel and grain. It has more than 500 factories and an extensive distribution network in China, India, Indonesia and some 50 other countries on all continents. Wilmar is a strong proponent of sustainable growth and is strongly committed to corporate social responsibility and is a pioneer in that field in her industry.
Wilmar Europe's head office where the trade and commercial activities for Europe are handled, is based in Rotterdam. In addition, Wilmar Europe has a state-of-the-art factory in the port area of Rotterdam and offices in Germany, France, Spain and Italy and joint ventures in Italy, Poland, Switzerland, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom.
Quality, service, and reliability are the cornerstones to Wilmar's reputation as an international processor and trader in the edible oils and oleochemicals industry. For further information about Wilmar visit our international website wilmar-international.com
We offer you
A dynamic job based in the city centre of Rotterdam within an inspiring team with the opportunity to bring up your ideas. Taking responsibilities and personal development is self-evident within our company. Wilmar offers a good salary and benefits package:
- 30 holidays per year
- 13th month
- A pension scheme paid in full by Wilmar
- Participation in the employer's collective fitness scheme and bike plan
- Various other insurances paid for by Wilmar
- Partial work from home options
If you wish to be considered for this position, please submit your application online with your curriculum vitae (in English) via werkenbijwilmar.nl