Head of Functional Cost Controlling

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In this role you will act as the Finance Business partner for ABB Robotics Functional Leadership taking end-to-end responsibility for controlling functional and corporate build-up costs of the spin-off. You will ensure transparency discipline and optimization of approximately $200M in annual HQ and functional spend across 20 Product Groups. By designing implementing and running robust cost controlling reporting and forecasting processes you will provide actionable insights to drive efficiency identify risks and opportunities and enable strategic decisions that balance near-term execution with long-term value creation. Reporting to the Head of FP&A you will work closely with ABB Robotics CFO Functional Leads and the Head of Headquarter Companies Accounting.

The work model for the role is: hybrid; #LI-Hybrid
The preferred location is within Europe.

Some travelling might be required for this position.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Functional Cost Controlling: Lead budgeting forecasting and reporting for HQ and functional costs ($200M/year) ensuring transparency compliance and comparability across Product Groups and legal entities.

• Spin-Off Readiness: Design and implement standalone processes governance and reporting for functional costs including carve-out allocations separation costs and new company cost build-up.

• Business Partnering & Insight: Collaborate with division and functional leaders to challenge costs provide actionable insights and support strategic decisions that optimize efficiency and value creation.

• Process Systems & Data Management: Build efficient cost allocation processes data structures and systems that operate independently post-listing including oversight of Master Data and Management Hierarchies.

• Reporting & Compliance: Establish KPIs internal controls and management reporting to support Executive Committee and Board-level decision-making while ensuring alignment with external advisors auditors and listing requirements.

Qualifications for the role:

• University degree in Finance Accounting or Business Administration with at least 8-10 years of international finance/controlling experience with strong exposure to corporate reporting and HQ/functional cost management.

• At least 5 years of direct cost controlling budgeting and forecasting experience managing large functional/HQ budgets ($100M) with prior involvement in spin-offs carve-outs IPO readiness or major finance transformation projects.

• Strong proficiency in finance systems and reporting tools (e.g. SAP Power BI HFM/Group reporting) with solid knowledge of internal controls Accounting & Reporting Policies and US GAAP/IFRS.

• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail with ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders and support strategic decision-making

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills able to act as a trusted business partner challenge stakeholders constructively and work effectively in a fast-paced transformational environment; fluent in English.

Whats in it for you:

We empower you to take the lead share bold ideas and shape real outcomes. Youll grow through hands-on experience mentorship and learning that fits your goals. Here your work doesnt just matter it moves things forward.

Exciting Career Opportunity in Robotics

This role is part of ABBs Robotics business which is preparing to become an independent company. By joining us now youll be part of a dynamic and fast-paced organization at the forefront of robotics innovation. As we transition into a separate entity outside the ABB Group youll have the chance to shape the future grow your career and work alongside world-class experts in a more agile and entrepreneurial environment.

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