M&Q Financial Controller - Kiel (m/w/d)

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights. Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role:

M&Q Financial Controller (m/f/d) Location: Kiel

This position is part of the Kiel Manufacturing Site Lead Team. As the functional expert for the site, the Finance Controller will be responsible for financial reporting and management. Your role encompasses monthly income statement/balance sheet review, internal controls, and the annual business plan, while actively participating in broader site leadership discussions and initiatives.

Your Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly closing, ensuring accuracy of expenses, variances, inventories, and CAPEX, and analyzing financial metrics against the business plan.
• Execute and maintain the full suite of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) controls for the site, including reviewing documentation and leading internal and external auditors through verifications.
• Supervise and develop a team of three financial analysts, coordinating activities and monitoring performance and providing regular feedback.
• Act as a Business Partner, developing an understanding of operations to bring financial and business perspectives for decision-making, risk identification, and evaluation of special projects.
• Lead business planning and forecasting activities, including expenses, production capacity, absorption, variances, capital investments, and calculating product standard costs.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• MBA or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of working experience with increasing responsibility in Controlling or Finance in a Manufacturing company.
• Fluency in English and German is mandatory; Excellent knowledge of relevant system landscape (SAP, SAP BW, etc.).

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Knowledge on Product Costing.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills, ability to communicate across all levels.
• Enthusiastic about leading and driving improvement and change.
• Strong collaboration and team management skills.
• Pressure resilience, strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.

What we offer:

• Competitive Compensation: An attractive salary package and participation in the company's success through our bonus scheme.
• Autonomy & Growth: Room for personal initiative and independent action within a modern, growing global pharmaceutical company.
• Career Development: Access to our internal global career network with exciting development and training opportunities.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in a diverse and interesting environment where your contribution directly impacts animal health worldwide.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at