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Country Controller DACH 80-100% (f/m/d)

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Country Controller DACH 80-100% (f/m/d)

Baden, Switzerland

The Opportunity

Join our Controlling Practice & Operations (CP&O) team as Country Controller for DACH (Germany, Austria and Switzerland), reporting to the Cluster Lead for Europe-I, and make a significant impact with your financial planning and controlling expertise.

Mission Statement: Deliver top-notch financial planning and controlling services by analyzing metrics, identifying trends and issues, communicating insights, and recommending actions to enhance financial performance.

How You'll Make an Impact

  • Overseeing and managing all corporate functions related accounting activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance and efficient financial operations in DACH.
  • Leading and developing the country controlling team, including training, and capacity building
  • Review of all financial statements prepared by Finance Common Shared Services and monthly reporting towards local management on key KPI
  • Track and analyze capital expenditure budgets and actual spending monthly
  • Partner with global & local controllers to analyze financial performance and propose improvements
  • Collaborate with the Country Finance Director (CFD) and other senior local managers in Finance on strategic initiatives
  • Act as finance business partner to local function managers and assist in all Finance related aspects
  • Actively participate in process improvement initiatives, regionally and/or globally

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Your background

  • Strong accounting background, preferably with a master's degree in accounting and finance
  • Deep understanding of IFRS is a must. Experience with local statutory accounting (HGB) is a plus
  • Extensive experience in a similar role
  • Highly skilled in independent problem-solving to handle complex, financial, regulatory and operational challenges without constant oversight
  • The ability to effectively communicate financial information to stakeholders, including management and auditors
  • Good understanding and hands-on experience in SAP FICO and proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Power BI PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Proactive with a strong commitment to quality and adherence to strict deadlines
  • Fluent in German and English, both spoken and written

More About Us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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Client-provided location(s): Baden, Switzerland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-140613
Employment Type: Part Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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