Senior Manufacturing Controller

Department: Finance
Reports to: Plant Finance Controller
Location: Partizanske

About us

Medline is a leading provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions, serving all points of care. Through a wide-ranging product portfolio, a robust supply chain network and modern clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers (HCPs) improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, United States, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. Outside the US, Medline International B.V. serves as the international headquarters and is located in the Netherlands (currently Arnhem; to be moved to Utrecht in 2025). To learn more about Medline’s operations in Europe, visit www.medline.eu.

Purpose

As a Manufacturing Controller, you will be responsible for preparing month-end and year-end closings, analyzing financial results, and reporting. Your role will also include leading value‑adding projects focused on various implementations and business growth initiatives. As a Senior Controller, you will act as the key user of the QAD system, manage the annual and long‑term budgeting process, ensure standard cost (STD) calculations, and perform ad hoc financial analyses.

How can you help us?

You will play a key role in strengthening our financial performance and supporting Manufacturing operations through your analytical, controlling, and system expertise. In this role, you will:

• Ensure accurate Month‑End and Year‑End Closings by driving precision in reporting and preventing cost‑related issues during critical financial cycles.

• Deliver strategic financial insights through in‑depth analysis of manufacturing costs, inventory, overhead, and cost‑sensitivity scenarios to support informed decision‑making.

• Act as the key user of the QAD system, supporting all manufacturing‑related inquiries and projects to ensure efficient and effective system usage.

• Lead the annual and long‑term budgeting process for Manufacturing (MAS), serving as the main coordinator for budget preparation and ongoing financial oversight.

• Monitor performance and control variances (Budget vs. Actual vs. Forecast), proactively identifying and preventing deviations through detailed analysis of production costs and business trends.

• Manage costing activities and STD processing to support accurate financial planning and operational transparency.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, finance, and other teams to ensure alignment on financial and manufacturing activities.

• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard financial accuracy and compliance.

• Guide KPI development and analysis for product lines, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and actionable insights.

• Oversee project financials, ensuring large initiatives remain within the approved budget frameworks.

• Drive process optimization by identifying opportunities to automate, streamline, or enhance reporting and controlling workflows.

• Resolve issues through focused ad hoc analysis, tackling problematic items or processes with precision.

• Support internal and external audits by providing complete, accurate, and timely documentation and explanations.

Are you a match?

You might be a great fit for this role if you bring:

• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of hands‑on experience in manufacturing controlling (mandatory), ideally within a dynamic production environment.

• Strong logical and analytical thinking, supported by solid skills in financial modeling and forecasting.

• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to spot discrepancies and drive corrective actions.

• Clear communication skills and English proficiency at a B2 level, enabling effective collaboration across teams.

• Advanced Excel skills and confidence using MS Office tools in daily work.

• A proactive, structured, and solution‑oriented mindset, combined with a collaborative approach and a strong sense of discretion.

What we offer

• Performance-based Annual Bonus (up to 7% of gross salary)

• Flexible Working Hours

• Hybrid Work Model (Work-from-Home Option)

• Professional Development & Training Opportunities

• Employee Well-being Program (Mental, Legal, Financial Support)

Ready for a new challenge?

Medline thrives when everyone feels truly connected and empowered to contribute their unique insights. We aim to ensure an environment where every individual feels a strong sense of belonging and is fully engaged. We're eager to welcome applicants, regardless of background and/or lived experiences, recognising that our differences in perspectives enables us to carry out our mission to help improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. We look forward to receiving your application.

Contact

Please apply below with your CV or LinkedIn profile before 30th April 2026. We look forward hearing from you!