Senior Finance Business Partner (Production Controller)
Drive financial performance and cost optimization in a manufacturing environment while partnering closely with production leadership at a global energy technology company.
Location: Ludvika, Sweden (On-site preferred. Limited hybrid work within Sweden may be possible upon agreement.)
Employment Type: Full-time Consultant Assignment
Assignment Period: 15 September 2026 – 14 March 2027 (Extension may be possible)
Language Requirements: Fluent Swedish and English, both spoken and written
Apply Before: 2026-08-31
About the Role
We are hiring for one of our clients and are looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner (Production Controller) to support financial planning, production controlling, and business performance in a manufacturing environment.
In this role, you will act as the Finance Business Partner for the Production Management Team, driving cost optimization, financial transparency, and business performance through analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and financial governance.
This position is ideal for someone with previous experience in factory production controlling who enjoys working closely with operational teams to improve productivity and support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead financial planning for production and capital expenditure, including budgeting, forecasting, and monthly follow-up
Drive production cost controlling and recommend business actions from a financial perspective
Identify and implement initiatives to improve productivity and cost efficiency
Provide financial analysis and business insights to support decision-making
Ensure high-quality financial reporting, governance, and compliance with financial closing schedules
Support inventory reconciliation and annual inventory audits
Identify and mitigate under-absorption risks within production
Prepare and present monthly financial reports to stakeholders
Support internal and external audits by providing required financial documentation
Define and implement financial and operational internal controls
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
Previous experience in business controlling, factory controlling, or similar production finance roles
Strong analytical and accounting skills
Experience working in a manufacturing or factory environment
Good knowledge of SAP
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Fluent Swedish and English, both spoken and written
Self-driven, analytical, and business-oriented mindset
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Valid SSG-Entré certificate
About Sperton
This Position is Sponsored by Sperton Global, a recruitment and consulting company with an international reach. We are committed to helping our clients achieve success in their hiring processes, finding the right people for the right positions.
- Department
- Consultant jobs
- Locations
- Ludvika
- Employment type
- Contract
- Job location
- Ludvika, Sweden
- Employment Level | Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
