Finance Manager/Operations Controller

$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CPA or Chartered Accountant designation required
  • 5+ years of finance and administration leadership experience
  • Experience in a global manufacturing environment preferred
  • Strong analytical mindset with proven financial insights
  • Technical proficiency in ERPs, OneStream, and PowerBI

Responsibilities

  • Lead the site's financial and administrative strategy
  • Formulate short- and long-term financial plans
  • Collaborate with leadership to provide financial insights and ensure compliance
  • Manage risks and guide departments through annual business cycles
  • Optimize administrative processes and maintain budget control
  • Drive operational improvements that align with sustainability goals

Benefits

  • Competitive health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA
  • Disability and Life insurance
  • 401k/IRA match
  • Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Vacation Days and PTO
  • Annual bonus opportunities
Full Job Description

Job Description:

Role: Finance Manager/Operations Controller

Location:  Selko – Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: M-F, 8-5

Vacancy Type:  Replacement

What you’ll do

As the Finance Manager/Operations Controller at Nutreco’s Indianapolis plant, you will Own It by acting with accountability and purpose to lead the site’s financial and administrative strategy. You will take the initiative to formulate short- and long-term financial plans while guiding departments through the successful implementation of annual business cycles. Collaborating with intent, you will partner with the leadership team to provide critical financial insights, manage risks, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. You will deliver results that matter by optimizing administrative processes and maintaining strict budget control. Your role is central to driving innovative operational improvements that support our mission to sustainably "Feed the Future".

Who we’re looking for

Nutreco is seeking an entrepreneurial Finance Manager/Operations Controller for our Indianapolis plant who embodies our Own It values of purpose, care, and accountability. We are looking for a performance-driven leader with a Chartered Accountant or CPA designation and at least five years of finance and administration leadership experience ideally within a global manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess a deep analytical mindset and a proven track record of introducing strong financial insights and making actionable operational recommendations. Beyond technical proficiency in ERPs, OneStream, and PowerBI, we are looking for a collaborator and influencer who will act with integrity and curiosity to lead our financial strategy. Ultimately, you should be a dedicated professional who is passionate about our sustainable mission to "Feed the Future" and committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected and valued.

You’ll also need

  • Manufacturing Financial Leadership: You possess an understanding of production and maintenance management, cost accounting, and the ability to link financial performance to physical plant operations.

  • Professional Accountability & Integrity: We are looking for a performance-driven professional with a CPA or Chartered Accountant designation who acts with purpose and accountability. You should be a "steward" of the site's assets, ensuring 100% compliance with local tax regulations and internal SOX/audit controls while maintaining a caring and ethical approach to team leadership.

  • Strategic Business Partnering: Beyond traditional "number crunching," you must collaborate with intent across the leadership team. This involves acting as a strategic partner to the Plant Manager, using financial analysis to provide management advice, identify risks, and guide departments through annual business planning and long-term strategy formulation.

  • Sustainability & Purpose-Driven Management: In alignment with our "Feeding the Future" mission, we look for a leader who integrates sustainability into financial planning. You will manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets with an eye toward CO2 reduction and energy efficiency, ensuring that our financial health directly supports our global environmental goals.

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive

  • Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA/FSA  

  • Disability and Life insurance  

  • 401k/IRA - Matching Programs 

  • Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Reimbursement  

  • 10 Paid Vacation Days to start vacation and then 40 hours PTO and 2 Floating days

  • Annual bonus

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

#Ownit

Additional Information

AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees.  Our mission is Feeding the Future.

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