IC ID Factory Controller

Life tastes better with ice cream

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.

We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference.

What Truly Sets Us Apart Is How We Work.

We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done.

We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better.

About The Magnum Ice Cream Company

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So, we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it.

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 80 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry. We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.

On December 8, 2025, The Magnum Ice Cream Company was listed on the stock exchanges in Amsterdam, London and New York. We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of The Magnum Ice Cream Company as a standalone entity.

We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.

If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you!

Job Purpose

The Factory Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial management, cost control, and performance monitoring of the factory operations. This role ensures that production activities align with budgetary targets, supports decision-making with accurate financial insights, and drives efficiency improvements across the manufacturing process

The Mission Is To

• Enable the business to achieve financial targets through accurate forecasting, cost control, and performance monitoring.
• Proactively identify opportunities to reduce material waste, optimize efficiency, and streamline overhead spending.
• Implement solutions that enhance financial performance, ensuring sustainable growth and competitiveness in the market.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for production, material waste management, and other production cost.
• Provide insights to leadership on cost drivers and financial risks.
  
  

Cost Optimization

• Monitor production cost, variances and profitability metrics
• Identify opportunities to reduce material waste and improve resource utilization.
  
  

Performance Monitoring

• Track KPIs related to supply chain financial performance.
• Ensure timely reporting and actionable insights for decision-making.
  
  

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with Factory, Go-to-Market, and Procurement teams to optimize cost efficiency.
• Provide financial guidance to support strategic initiatives and projects.
  
  

Risk Management

• Assess financial risks in factory operations to safeguard company assets.
• Recommend mitigation strategies to safeguard profitability.
  
  

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies and local regulations.
• Maintain strong internal controls across supply chain finance processes
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in finance or controlling, preferably in CPG environment.
• Strong background in cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing finance modules.
• Proven track record of supporting operational teams with financial guidance.
  
  

Business Skills

• Advanced knowledge of financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and cost structures.
• Proficiency in ERP and financial systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights. Skilled in risk management and compliance
  
  

Personal Skills

• Proactive mindset: Anticipates challenges and seeks opportunities before they become issues.
• Problem-solving: Creative and pragmatic approach to overcoming obstacles.
• Collaboration: Builds strong relationships across supply chain, operations, and finance teams.
• Communication: Clear, concise, and persuasive in presenting financial insights.
• Resilience: Maintains focus and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  
  

Leadership

• Influence without authority: Guides cross-functional teams to adopt financial discipline and efficiency practices.
• Decision-making: Balances short-term cost control with long-term strategic investments.
• Change leadership: Champions continuous improvement and digital transformation in supply chain finance.
• Coaching: Supports team members’ growth by sharing knowledge and encouraging ownership.
• Integrity: Upholds ethical standards and ensures compliance with financial policies
  
  

What You Can Expect

• Dynamic environment: You’ll work in a fast-moving FMCG sector where agility is key.
• Cross-functional exposure: Daily collaboration with logistics, operations, procurement, and commercial teams.
• Impact visibility: Your insights directly influence cost savings, profitability, and sustainability.
• Continuous learning: Exposure to digital tools, analytics, and evolving supply chain practices.
• Career growth: A strong platform to progress into senior finance leadership roles within the organization.
  
  

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Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!

You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

• Roles with real accountability and visible impact
• Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done
• Continuous learning and development as the business grows
• Reward linked to performance and contribution.
  
  

Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?

If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps.

If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know.

Additional Information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage people with all backgrounds to apply including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and Māori and Pacific Peoples.