Business Controller - Military Veterans

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The Role

Passionate people create exceptional things. At Atlas Copco, we believe in challenging the status quo, always looking for a better way. Our leading-edge technology in vacuum technology enables us to innovate for the future. We believe that people make it happen, and with us, you are empowered to act. Your ideas can make a real difference and contribute to the quality of life for people everywhere.

• Be an integral part of a market-leading Atlas Copco Industrial Vacuum Customer Center North America
• Substantiate the AC Industrial Vacuum business with focus on stability, followed by profitability, followed by growth
• Support the creation of a dynamic & entrepreneurial business structure and organization from a financial & controlling perspective
• Guide the AC Industrial Vacuum organization towards stronger commercial/financial considerations & business implications
• Develop, align, implement and manage the North America AC Vacuum financial reporting and analysis
• To support and advise the management team in performing business control tasks and to analyze and follow-up of business development in the region
• To be an important partner and advisor for the entire AC Industrial Vacuum CC North America organization, throughout the customer center including equipment and service divisions

Commercial Controlling / Business Partnership

• Be a key member of the AC Industrial Vacuum Customer Center Team:
  - Care for and be a driving force for the Company's overall performance and image
  - Provide decision support and business partnership to the VP and leadership team
  - Drive accountability by being in close interaction with all stakeholders
  - Lead the provision of information, analysis and insight for the regular review meetings
• M&A is a strategic growth initiative for this CC. Analysis, review and financial implementation will be key responsibilities for this position. As projects materialize due diligence and PMI will be key tasks.
• Be proactive, making sure that red flags are highlighted, that action plans are put in place when/where necessary and that an open communication with internal and external parties is maintained
• Be familiar with "The Way We Do Things" and "Business Code of Practice" and apply in daily operations
• Analysis and review of past performance providing explanations and insights on variations to forecasting and target. Drive counteractive measures together with the general manager and the leadership team.
• Forecast business performance vs annual target
• Lead annual Target setting and regular Forecast updates for P&L, Balance Sheet, Capital Expenditure
• Support the general manager and management team with the development and implementation of policies, processes, procedures and tools so that the required quality and safety standards are met in all aspects of the business. Ensure that those processes, policies and work instructions are adhered to.
• Ensuring and continuously reviewing cost allocations to AC Industrial Vacuum CC North America

Specific responsibilities:

• Prepare budget reports/management reports for the Customer Center management team
• Act and think strategically
• Pragmatic decision making
• Provide, monitor and analyze KPI and scorecards:
• Monitor Cost development in P&L
• Monitor and red-flag receivables and inventory- push and track initiatives in CC for improvement
• Monitor warranty claims and provide status overview (Reason + Action Tracking: Who, what, When); initiate process changes with responsible functions where needed to ensure timely solution
• Ensure accuracy of data processed by implementing plausibility controls and close interaction within the CC.
• Monitor local bank processes in CC
• Empower for initiatives where change needs to be driven
• Ensure timely processing and reporting of data

What you can expect from us?

• A friendly, family-like atmosphere
  
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and develop
  
• A culture known for respectful interaction, ethical behavior and integrity
  
• Potential to see your ideas realized and to make an impact
  
• New challenges and new things to learn every day
  
• Access to global job opportunities, as part of the Atlas Copco Group
  
• An excellent remuneration package including short-term incentive plans
  
• We offer a holistic benefits package including health insurance and paid leave
  

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What we expect of you?

Knowledge
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), SAP, BW, BPC knowledge advantageous
• Good command of English in both writing and speaking

Personality requirements

• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with the management and employees at all levels. Must possess strong leadership capabilities and the ability to empower the members within the finance and admin team
• Experience and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with people
• Strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Strong focus on quality, accuracy, deadlines and orderly work
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from divisional management, the local teams and customers
• Clear decision making
• Act and think strategically
• Empower for initiatives, take ownership and raise red flags in case needed
• Ability for occasional overseas & regular regional travel

Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice
Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.