Factory/Plant Controller - Controlling Practice & Operations

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, we are seeking a highly motivated Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to join our Finance team. In this role, you will provide financial planning, analysis, and controlling expertise that supports informed decision-making and drives business performance. By transforming financial data into meaningful insights, you will help stakeholders understand business trends, identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and improve operational and financial outcomes.

You will work closely with local controllers, finance teams, and business leaders to analyze financial performance, support planning and forecasting processes, and contribute to strategic initiatives. Your ability to interpret complex financial information and communicate actionable recommendations will play a critical role in helping the organization achieve its financial objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a global business environment while developing expertise across financial planning, performance management, product profitability analysis, working capital optimization, and financial reporting. You will contribute to key business processes including budgeting, forecasting, month-end closing, management reporting, internal controls, and compliance activities.

• Analyze business performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, highlighting key drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with local controllers and business stakeholders to provide actionable insights that support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Perform financial modeling, what-if analyses, and sensitivity assessments to evaluate business scenarios and their potential impact.
• Monitor and analyze overhead absorption, product profitability, customer profitability, and identify root causes for performance variances.
• Track and evaluate CAPEX spending, inventory performance, working capital, cash flow, and other key financial metrics.
• Support month-end closing activities, perform P&L and Balance Sheet reviews, and ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Prepare, analyze, and present management reports, MIS dashboards, and benchmarking comparisons with meaningful commentary and recommendations.
• Support financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and business planning initiatives across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, corporate policies, and applicable external regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement through standardization, automation, and effective use of AI and digital tools to enhance productivity, decision-making, and financial reporting quality.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline with CMA, CA, or MBA qualification.
• Up to 4 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Controlling, or a related finance function.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently identify and resolve business issues.
• Hands-on experience with SAP FICO, including CO-PA, and understanding of integrated SAP modules such as SD, MM, PP, and PS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders across functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage deadlines, and maintain a high standard of quality and accuracy.
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English.

• Experience within a manufacturing industry environment.
• Exposure to automation, process improvement, and finance transformation initiatives.
• Experience driving standardization and continuous improvement across finance processes, reports, and reporting structures.