Senior Analyst, RM Controlling BA Europe

Outokumpu; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Competitive salary & benefits

International collaboration

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Outokumpu in Helsinki seeks a Senior Analyst for the Raw Materials Controlling Team. You will partner with RM procurement, develop forecasts, and provide actionable insights to drive cost efficiency.

The role focuses on scenario modelling, monthly closings, and cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing finance. A degree in finance or accounting and 4–6 years in controlling are preferred; hybrid work and global collaboration offered.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in business controlling.
• Manufacturing/metals industry experience preferred.
• Strong financial planning, forecasting and performance management.
• Excellent analytical, financial modelling and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven experience in business partnering and influencing stakeholders.
• Effective communication, presentation, and data storytelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Be the trusted business partner for RM procurement team.
• Prepare bridges, scorecards and presentations with meaningful insights.
• Challenge business assumptions and proactively identify risks and opportunities.
• Perform scenario modelling and sensitivity analyses to support decisions.
• Provide financial expertise in business case development to RM procurement.
• Design, develop and maintain forecasting models.
• Perform monthly closing processes in a cross functional environment.
• Support cost transparency and sensitivity in spread margin steering.
• Act as a trusted advisor translating data into actionable insights.
• Drive initiatives that improve RM cost transparency and forecast accuracy.
• Support finance transformation and automation initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Data storytelling

Stakeholder influence

Presentation skills

Education

Finance/Accounting/Economics degree

Job description

Join Us as a Senior Analyst in Raw Materials Controlling Team!

About Us

Outokumpu is accelerating the green transition as the global leader in sustainable stainless steel. Our business is rooted in the circular economy: our products are made from 95% recycled materials and are fully recyclable. Our stainless steel is used across society—from infrastructure and mobility to household appliances.

We are committed to the 1.5°C climate target and, with up to 75% lower carbon footprint than the industry average, we help our customers reduce their emissions.

Together, we are working towards a world that lasts forever. Outokumpu employs approximately 8,200 professionals in close to 30 countries, with headquarters in Helsinki, Finland, and shares listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Learn more at www.outokumpu.com.

About the Role

You’ll will be working in

Business Partnering & Performance Management

• Be the trusted business partner for RM procurement team
• Prepare bridges, scorecards and presentations with meaningful insights
• Challenge business assumptions and proactively identify risks and opportunities to improve performance
• Perform scenario modelling and sensitivity analyses to support strategic sourcing and operational decisions
• Provide financial expertise in business case development to RM procurement
• Design, develop and maintain forecasting models
• Perform variance analysis, impact analysis and cost estimations
• Perform monthly closing processes in a cross functional environment
• Support spread margin steering by providing cost drivers and sensitivity
• Act as a trusted advisor by translating complex financial and operational data into actionable insights
• Drive initiatives that improve RM cost transparency and forecast accuracy
• Support finance transformation and automation initiatives across the organization

About You

Something that will help you excel in the role

• Education degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 4-6 years of relevant experience in business controlling preferably within the manufacturing or metals industry
• Strong financial and business acumen with the ability to connect business activity to financial impact
• Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting and performance management
• Excellent analytical, financial modelling and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven experience in business partnering and influencing stakeholders
• Effective communication, presentation, and data storytelling skills

What We Offer

• A meaningful role in a company committed to sustainability and innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning and international collaboration.
• A supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment where your ideas matter.
• Flexible and hybrid working options (where applicable).
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to your location.
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programs.
• ce to work with experienced colleagues on impactful projects that shape the future of sustainable industry.

We are seeking a candidate to join our team in one of the following locations: Krefeld (Germany), Helsinki or Tornio (Finland), or Avesta (Sweden).

Please note that we will review applications continuously and may close the vacancy before the deadline if the right candidate is identified.