Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description
The objective as Financial Controller is to define and maintain a best-in-class analytical financial framework for measuring the performance by analysing actual, plan and benchmark data and for preparing sound and meaningful management reports for the HQ operations, with a focus on corporate costs, business controlling and special projects.
This role has to ensure full financial transparency and efficiency through proactive and dynamic communication with all relevant stakeholders.
The candidate will work in close cooperation with his/her manager and ensure optimal interactions with all relevant group functions such as business operations, Corporate cost owners, Tax, Financial Shared Service centers and affiliates.
Specific Responsibilities
* Business Partner to the corporate functions and the business operations, driving financial performance analysis, cost control, budgeting and forecasting in line with strategic and operational objectives
* Provide insights and ensure alignment of Controlling KPIs, management reporting and analyses to ensure correct level of transparency to drive informed decision making
* Prepare the forecast and budget related to the HQ operations
* Identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency in processes and costs structures
* Responsible to deliver efficient monthly reporting to all stakeholders
* Drive process improvement and digital projects to increase efficiency and improve quality in terms of financial reporting and cost management
* Support the business in standardizing the billing processes for the GVA international billing center
Qualifications
* University degree (in business, economics or accounting) or equivalent
* Minimum 5 years relevant financial controlling experience in an international Group
* Experience of multi-cultural and matrix driven environments
* Experience working with ERP and reporting system (Oracle Essbase / Oracle ERP)
* Power BI competency is a plus
* Familiar with international accounting standards (IAS/IFRS)
Required skills:
* Ability to identify issues and define & implement the appropriate solutions
* Able to take ownership, drive results and strong commitment to achieving set goals
* Enthusiastic team player and customer oriented
* Strong financial analytical skills and speed to assimilate and sort relevant data
* Ability to operate with confidence at all levels of the organisation and to build trust and respect
* Able to influence decisions and challenge people constructively
* Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
* Able to work autonomously, prioritizing workload to meet individual & team deliverables
* Sense of initiative, flexible, open-minded
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Comfortable with changes and constantly looking to drive innovation and process improvement.
Additional Information
We would like to hear from candidates based in Geneva.
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