Business Controller (F/H)

Would you like to utilize your abilities in an evolving and growth-oriented setting? Would you like to join an international working context with opportunities to develop your expertise in alignment with our Aerospace strategy? So you can be our new….

Business Controller
@Aerospace BU - Valenciennes

SKF Aerospace is a first-tier supplier to the global aviation industry and much more. We design & manufacture complex, high performance, high-value bearings in steel and advanced ceramics. Our production group, technologies, & products are at the heart of aerospace industry. The Aerospace Business Unit takes care of everything related to Aerospace applications. This includes Sales, Manufacturing, Business Development, and creating new products and processes.

We are today seeking a proactive leader with proven experience in managing and inspiring a team. The ideal candidate will have an ability to foster a collaborative environment, driving team performance, and achieving project goals through effective communication and strategic planning. As Business Controller, you will be directly reporting to the Business Unit Controller, and be mainly responsible for the following activities:

• Partner with Factory Management to provide timely financial analysis and key performance indicators (KPI’s) to maximize performance
• Identify / initiate actions to improve profitability and assets turns, personally executing appropriate ones. Examples include working capital reduction strategies, contribution margin leakage and countermeasures, operations restructuring, product cost re-engineering, financial analysis and modeling, and sustaining lean manufacturing savings
• Guide the annual organization of planning and budget allocation to promote the establishment of feasible goals aimed at consistent progress, accompanied by actionable steps to guarantee the realization of target results. Ensure a thorough understanding of plan drivers and opportunities / risks to facilitate development of cogent contingency plans
• Facilitate the realization of specific results that either fulfill or excel beyond the planned benchmarks. Continuously monitor variances, identify risks and opportunities and initiate corrective actions
• Ensure that internal controls and procedures are adequate (no significant deficiencies) and comply with the requirements of SKF Internal Control policy
• Responsible for all Cost Accounting functions -- establishing standard cost, variance analysis, and supporting month-end closing
• Support to FOC and tax department when necessary (annual audit, tax controls…)
• Coordinate the end-to-end transformation process, which involves collecting data, performing analytics, and presenting findings, to guarantee profitability across the full value network
• Investment controlling, including strategy alignment analysis, and tracking of business benefits
• Factory Finance support for quoting new business, which may include preparation of cost estimates and analysis 
• Prepare Ad Hoc analysis and reports as required
• Engaged team member with a significant footprint in the manufacturing floor

You will also be responsible for controlling of Protoshop and Sales unit in Valenciennes.

We expect you to have 

• Solid experience in business controlling background with accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience developing and using Standard Cost Accounting
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive, creative, and innovative and use critical and strategic thinking
• Sound analytical, problem identification, and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze financial data and prepare concise financial reviews to make better business decisions
• Strong professional written in English, verbal communications, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent MS Office skills and a solid understanding of ERP systems. Experience with financial consolidation systems such as M3 Movex, is a plus
• Preferred experience with data analytics and digital tools such as PowerBI
• Ability to work within and facilitate a team environment

At SKF we are committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

You’ll enjoy working here if you are…
…good at dealing with people, solving problems, and making decisions. You can handle and organize your work on your own. Also, if you are good at organizing your time and working with a team of people from different cultures. 

We offer...
A chance to grow professionally in a team that’s international and always changing. You’ll get to use your skills and abilities, and work with colleagues who want to make a difference for our customers and for the planet!

Some additional information
This position will be located in Valenciennes at the SKF Aerospace factory offices. Local contract.

You will report to the Aerospace Business Unit Controller, who is located in Gothenburg (Sweden) and you will have a dotted reporting line with the Factory Manager of the site (Valenciennes - France). 
For information about the recruitment process you can contact Simona Collino, Recruitment Expert EMEA, at simona.collino@skf.com.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations

Is this you? 
If the answer is “Yes!”, please submit your application with your CV and cover letter in English, not later than Dec, 10 2024.
We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.