Finance Controller

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy Transformer Business Unit in Greater China operates across 55 cities, employs over 1,900 staff, and manages 5 transformer manufacturing plants. More than 90% of its sales come from locally manufactured products. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of Transformers Products, Solutions and Services. Transformers are essential in all electricity-related fields and applications, including power generation, transmission and distribution, oil, chemical and gas, industrial manufacturing, semiconductor and data centers, as well as building and transportation sectors.

Nearly half of our white-collar workforce comprises employees in engineering and scientific fields. Internally, we have targeted talent development programs for employees at different stages of their career development to build skills and competencies, foster training, support people to own career development, scale up organization for growth and execution.

How you'll make an impact

1. You will collaborate with department heads to align financial goals with operational plans, supporting the factory manager in implementing strategic objectives.

2. You will translate strategic objectives into actionable business plans, with clear and measurable targets, and manage the forecasting process.

3. You will analyze production and financial data to identify operational trends and opportunities for improvement also ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial reports, maintaining transparency and supporting strategic decisions.

4. You will implement and monitor internal controls to protect factory assets and ensure compliance with financial policies also identify and communicate financial risks and opportunities, taking proactive steps to minimize exposure.

5. You will manage budgets, drive productivity optimizations, and focus on cost structure improvements for greater capital efficiency also plan and monitor cash flow, implementing actions to enhance net working capital and overall financial health.

6. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

7. Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

1. You hold a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

2. Required with minimum of 5 years of work experience in financial management within a manufacturing environment.

3. Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (SAP) as well as advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis.

4. Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial and financial risks, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.

5. Strong ability to prepare detailed financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards, including IFRS.