Finance Director; m​/f​/d

The Finance Director (m/f/d) is responsible for overseeing the financial health of a multisite operation, ensuring strategic financial planning, investment planning, controlling, budget management, cost control, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role will provide financial leadership to support operational efficiency, profitability, and long-term growth.

Your mission:

• Develop and execute financial strategies that align with business objectives and support long-term value creation across the manufacturing site
• Oversee financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, while delivering clear insights for strategic decision‑making
• Monitor and optimize plant costs, analysing raw material expenses, production KPIs, and operational efficiency to drive cost‑saving initiatives
• Lead ERP‑related financial processes, ensuring effective system implementation, data integrity, and continuous process improvements (e.g. SAP FI/CO)
• Support business transformation, managing the financial aspects of change initiatives such as process redesigns, system upgrades, and integrations
• Ensure full financial compliance, including timely and accurate reporting under IFRS/local GAAP, managing internal controls, and leading audits
• Act as local finance lead, serving as compliance officer and key contact for auditors, legal advisors, and corporate stakeholders; contribute as part of the site leadership team

Your profile:

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Controlling, or a comparable qualification, ideally with a focus on manufacturing finance
• At least 3 years of experience in a comparable role, or strong background in controlling/finance with initial leadership responsibility in an industrial environment - experience in managing multiple sites is preferred
• Expert knowledge in cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, cost allocation, and margin optimization within manufacturing settings
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems, especially SAP FI/CO; additional familiarity with MIRAS or Hyperion is a plus
• Proficiency in financial reporting according to IFRS and/or local GAAP, with a solid understanding of internal controls, audit processes, and tax regulations
• Advanced skills in financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and modelling for production performance (e.g. OEE, scrap rates, downtime costs)
• Business fluency in English and German (written and spoken), combined with strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Our offer:

• A meaningful role with impact on financial success
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values continuous learning and improvement
• A strong focus on professional development through training
• A work environment where innovation and people are at the core of everything we do
• Duration: unlimited contract
• Start: immediate start possible
• Extent: full‑time, 40 hours
• Learning & Development
• Discount for employees possible
• Events for employees
• Parking

We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn  you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.