Regional Controller Europe and Global Head of FP&A, Analysis and M&A – Business Assurance

Job Overview: As part of the Business Assurance Global Finance Team the role includes the global oversight of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) management reporting and controlling to ensure the performance delivery of the Certification business. Management of one direct report (FP&A Manager).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead global FP&A processes: budget KPIs reforecast monthly performance commentary and gap analysis
• Preparation of deliverables to the Executive Committee: presentations and ad hoc analyses
• Provide cross-functional financial analysis to support corporate strategies and organizational priorities.
• Business partnering with Heads of Regions Global functions (Sales Marketing IT)
• Support leadership in all figure-related tasks ensuring high-quality outputs for decision-making and strategic discussions.

• Take part in screening M&A opportunities challenge acquisition cases support due diligence processes
• Support financial integration of acquired companies to align processes and group reporting requirements

• Partner with teams on business growth initiatives including evaluating financial feasibility and conducting due diligence
• Point of contact with Group Corporate Finance (Group Control Treasury Finance Shared Service Centers)
• Go-to person for Country Business managers for finance related topic and for local Finance for Global business related topics
• Lead and support M&A activities including financial due diligence valuation analysis and integration planning.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth financial integration of acquired entities and alignment with group reporting standards.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or related field (Masters or professional certification such as CPA CFA or equivalent preferred).
• Extensive experience (min 15 years) in financial controlling FP&A or business partnering roles ideally within a multi-regional corporate context.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering actionable insights.
• Proven ability to present financial data effectively to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in financial tools and systems (e.g. Excel Oracle ERP systems BI tools).
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record in M&A including experience in financial due diligence integration processes and supporting strategic acquisition decisions.
• Fluency in English is a must have. Fluency in German would be a strong advantage
• The role can be fully remote performed from any European country (100% working from home) however it will require regular travel (at least 20%).

Please send your CV in English.

We are only open to candidates with a valid work permit for the country of their residence. 

Additional Information :

Why SGS

• Global company world leader in the TIC (Testing Inspection and Certification) industry.
• Flexible schedule and hybrid model.
• SGS university and Campus for continuos learning options.
• Multinational environment where you will work with colleagues from multiple continents.
• Benefits platform.

Join Us: At SGS we believe in innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.  We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth and personal development. 

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time