SG&A Controller

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We are looking for:

The C&R SG&A Controller who will be the finance partner for the Global business units of Novecare, Technology Solutions and Aroma acts as the main point of contact for SG&A and covers all functions managed by the Global Business Unit (Industrial, Supply Chain, Market, Finance). Also will drive the continuation of the standardization process across the C&R controlling platform.

The main role of the C&R SG&A Controller is to be able to clearly explain past, present and future impacts on the group’s financial statements, and to translate that into the month closing reports, rolling forecasts and budgets.

We count on you to:

The SG&A controller should also act as the consolidator of the global fixed costs of the Global Business Units (approx 780mEUR), supporting the WW Controller in preparation of monthly reconciliations vs previous year and latest forecast reference.

Supporting the C&R SG&A team in daily functions including but not limited to the following:

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  Financial Statements and Reporting

  • Prepares & presents the month closing P&L for the market or function VP and the GBU Finance Director
  • Analyses, reports & explains all deviations from comparable scenarios (LY, BDG, BFR), by bridging results in most material buckets, as required by corporate finance
  • Coordinates and prepares the function’s budget, forecast and MTP, taking into account the functions’ resource allocation needs, the macroeconomic evolution and FX evolutions for the future. Builds a reliable scenario and defends it within the GBU, the Segment and the Group.

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  Business Partnering

  • Participates in regular leadership meetings and is aware of key activities of the function.
  • Assists the VP’s on any ad-hoc finance analysis.
  • Contact for CBS Controlling on any BSA related issues and topics.
  • Contact for Corporate Controlling for Group Allocation and monthly adjustments.
  • Update and reconciliation of annual intercompany GBU Management Fee Models for Corporate Tax and Transfer Pricing team.
  • Propose and support the implementation of financing programs, such as cost-cutting, restructuring and investment programs.
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance standards
  • Advise in the financial area of business contracts on clauses with direct financial impact (formula, take or pay, FX protection, payment terms, incoterms), with clear understanding of Complex contracts definition (IFRS).
  • Act as a liaison with Group expert financial departments, as needed.
  • Maintains all the necessary tools for Financial monitoring (Anaplan, Qliksense ad-hoc reports)

You can count on us for:

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company
• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds
• Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world’s leading chemical companies.

You will bring:

• Undergraduate degree in business or equivalent experience
• MBA or equivalent degree or financial experience preferred
• 5+ years of Finance experience related to Industrial/manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to work in cross functional teams in a project environment
• Self-motivated and self-led
• Solid time management skills
• Approaches problem solving in a methodical and logical manner
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft, Google suite, and SAP preferred
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Work remotely as needed

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $108,000.00 to $135,000.00 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)