BUSINESS UNIT CONTROLLER

Our client is an Italian multinational company operating in the design and construction of innovative technologies and solutions for different sectors and applications. We are looking for the BUSINESS UNIT CONTROLLER.

Main responsibilities:

• Managing all finance processes of the division in full alignment with group policies and supporting Business financial decisions by developing and monitoring policies and procedures.
• Evaluating and enhancing financial controls on a number of processes, from transfer pricing application to cash flow optimization, etc. ensuring the accuracy and integrity of accounting records and financial systems
• Acting as a business partner to Divisional BU Directors on financial and operating results, KPIs, budgets and strategic plans
• Analyzing and interpreting balance sheets, income statements and cash flow.
• Managing with BU Controllers the preparation of financial reporting on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis and related financial analysis and KPI s needed to manage the business
• Supporting the review and analysis of annual budgets and strategic plans as well as monthly forecasts in coordination with Financial Planning Manager
• Maximizing returns on excess cash balances and improving closing and reporting cycles
• Coordinating and recording investments.
• Overseeing financial and accounting staff and analyzing profit center performance metrics.

Main requirements and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a similar field.
• A Master's degree with a focus on corporate financial management is preferred.
• At least 10 years' experience as a BU / Corporate Controller or similar
• Advanced competency in financial management and ERP / accounting software, such SAP and reporting tools such as Hyperion or BOPC
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards and industry regulations.
• Extensive experience in Controlling (preferably within a project accounting background), auditing, and performance management.
• Superb organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and teams.
• A strong ability to manage and comply with strict deadlines.
• Fluency in English.
• Availability to travel to the US frequently.

Job location:

Milan, Italy

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