Business Controller

Act as a strategic business partner to the Service business (Exiting Installation - EI) by providing robust financial controlling support. Ensure the company's EI strategy is implemented efficiently and sustainably while driving financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Exiting Installation (EI) Business Controlling

• Analyze EI business performance, risks, and financial metrics to provide actionable insights.
• Drive EI financial results to meet company objectives and long-term strategic goals.
• Develop and project the EI Forecast Operating Revenue (OR) and Contribution 1 (C1) for company-wide financial measurement.

2. EI Credit Control Management

• Actively participate in EI Credit Control Meetings, ensuring full engagement and supporting action plans to improve free cash flow.
• Assist in resolving financial disputes (e.g., reconciliation issues, SST).

3. Controlling & Management Accounting Reporting

• Collaborate with EI operations to finalize financial plans, forecasts, and budgets, aligning them with company resources and strategic goals.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports for senior management to support key business decisions.
• Monitor performance against forecasts/budgets, identifying risks and recommending solutions.
• Evaluate branch financial performance, identifying potential gaps and coordinating corrective actions with EI operations.
• Review and approve billing requests, credit notes, and debit notes.
• Serve as a key finance user for SAP and other financial systems, ensuring data accuracy and process efficiency.

4. Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Perform month-end, quarterly, and yearly financial closings, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and submit half-year and year-end reports to JSG.
• Maintain and enhance Internal Control Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Input budgeted financial data into SAP and manage system reconciliation.
• Oversee monthly reconciliations and quarterly claims for DLFI.
• Continuously monitor and streamline financial processes and procedures in SHAPE and BSC environments.
• Support external audits, ensuring compliance and transparency.

Professional Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 8-10 years in accounting, finance, or business controlling, ideally in construction, engineering, project management, or service-related industries.
• Business Controlling: 3-4 years in a Business Controller role within a multinational company is preferred.
• Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA) are a plus.
• Systems Proficiency: Strong expertise in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Key Competencies:
  • Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders.
  • Ability to influence, collaborate, and drive financial performance.
  • High level of initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong leadership ability, capable of strategic thinking and scenario planning.
  • Works well independently and within a team environment.