About Kronos by EPSA
Kronos by EPSA is a leading consulting firm specializing in finance transformation, performance management, and business optimization. As part of an international group, we support our clients in complex, strategic, and operational challenges across industries.
The Assignment
For one of our industrial clients, we are looking for an experienced Senior Business Consultant – SAP Controlling to support the design and setup of a manufacturing controlling model in SAP.
You will work closely with senior finance stakeholders in an international environment and play a key role in translating business and manufacturing needs into a robust SAP Controlling (CO) framework. This is a business-driven role, not an IT or technical SAP configuration position.
Your Role & Responsibilities
SAP Controlling – Business Design
* Design and structure the SAP Controlling (CO) model for a manufacturing environment
* Translate operational and manufacturing processes into financial and controlling structures
* Define cost flows from production to inventory and financial reporting
* Act as a bridge between Finance, Operations, and SAP/IT teams
Manufacturing & Cost Controlling
Set up and define:
* Production cost structures
* Production orders and order closing logic
* Inventory capitalization
* Overhead allocation and cost absorption
* Support the setup of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and product costing
* Prepare the controlling model for:
* Single-product start-up evolving into a multi-product environment
* Multi-entity and tolling manufacturing structures
* Future plant expansion
Financial Reporting & Analysis
* Support manufacturing financial reporting and closing processes
* Define and analyze variances (plan vs. actual, cost drivers, efficiency)
* Ensure alignment between operational data and financial results
Business Partnering
* Advise senior finance stakeholders on controlling design and best practices
* Challenge and translate business requirements into scalable controlling solutions
* Operate autonomously in a fast-evolving, transformation context
Your Profile
Experience & Background
* Senior-level experience in business controlling within a manufacturing and/or industrial environment
* Strong hands-on experience with SAP Controlling (FI/CO) from a business perspective
* Proven experience designing or reshaping controlling models (not only operating them)
* Solid understanding of production processes, cost allocation, and financial flows
Key Skills
* Strong business acumen and analytical mindset
* Ability to structure complex environments and translate them into clear models
* Pragmatic, autonomous, and stakeholder-oriented
* Comfortable working in international and cross-functional teams
Languages
* English: Mandatory
* Any additional national language (Dutch, French, Polish, Italian) is a strong plus
Seniority
* Experienced profile required – junior profiles will not be suitable
Why Join Kronos by EPSA?
* Work on high-impact finance transformation projects
* Operate in senior, business-critical roles with strong autonomy
* Be part of an international consulting group with a strong reputation in performance management
👉 Interested? Apply directly on LinkedIn or contact Kronos by EPSA for more information.