Business Controller
SGS
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About the opportunity
The Business Controller partners directly with the Head of the business line or P&L leader of a segment within the business line to provide financial insight, performance analysis, and strategic input.
Supporting a business line with a smaller P&L, this role also performs selected Financial Controller duties, including financial reporting, compliance, and operational accounting tasks.
The Business Controller plays a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and translating financial data into actionable business strategies.
Key responsibilities
- Partner with Head of sub-business to support strategic planning and execution.
- Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets.
- Provide input into pricing decisions and margin optimization.
- Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.
- Conduct variance analysis and explain financial performance.
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting duties, audit readiness, and compliance.
- Support M&A evaluations, post-merger integration, strategic partnerships, and prepare board-level presentations and investor materials.
- Lead financial system enhancements and automation initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functional with operations, sales, and marketing while representing finance in leadership forums.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related discipline required.
- Over 7 years of commercial accounting experience required.
- Professional Accounting Designation preferred.
- Strong expertise in Accounting Principles and Standards.
- Proficiency in Financial Reporting and Analysis.
- Advanced reasoning, analytical, and computer skills.
Nice to have
- Experience with financial system enhancements and automation.
- Exposure to M&A evaluations and post-merger integration.
- Background in preparing board-level presentations and investor materials.
Job details
- Location: United States
Additional information
- If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message.
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