Business Controller Kinder-Janes

Atlas Copco; Ayot Green; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global industrial company seeks a Business Controller to drive financial operations and strategic decisions. You will lead the finance department, manage reporting, and ensure compliance with regulations. The role requires a qualified accountant with experience in business control and strong communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Market-competitive salary with bonus

Comprehensive benefits including pension and healthcare

Training with at least 40 hours annually

Supportive, high-performing team environment

Company car/allowance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with extensive experience in finance or business control.
• Proven track record in delivering business control and support services.
• Ability to lead projects in business control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Finance department responsibilities.
• Provide support and guidance to functional areas from a financial performance perspective.
• Prepare financial reports including P&L, WC, and BS.

Skills

Business control expertise

Strong communication skills

Quantitative and analytical skills

Interpersonal skills and team orientation

Education

University degree in Finance or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

SAP Business One

Job description

As a Business Controller, you'll be at the heart of our financial operations, steering the organization's accounting functions and empowering strategic financial decisions through precise and timely reporting. You will report directly to the General Manager and be part of the Management team, contributing significantly to our overall success.

You will:

1. Lead the Finance department responsibility
2. Provide support and guidance to different functional areas from a financial performance perspective
3. Prepare financial reports including P&L, WC, and BS according to "The Way We Do Things" and divisional guidelines
4. Lead annual target setting and regular forecast updates for P&L, Balance Sheet, and Capital Expenditure
5. Forecast business performance against annual targets
6. Manage cash flow, tax, insurances, company bank accounts, credit cards, and payments
7. Oversee AR reporting and follow-up with other departments to ensure targets are met
8. Maintain credit rating and control
9. Optimize and implement processes across finance activities
10. Develop and maintain planning and budgeting systems
11. Manage finance-related audits with team support
12. Communicate and collaborate across all business areas to enhance efficiency and professionalism

Qualifications:

• Fully qualified accountant with extensive experience in finance and/or business control
• Proven track record in delivering business control and support services
• Ability to lead projects in business control
• Knowledge of Group accounting principles, IFRS, and local regulations
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP Business One knowledge is a plus

Educational Requirements:

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Fluency in English

Personality Traits:

• Business-oriented with strong communication skills
• Quantitative and analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills and team orientation
• Deadline-driven and result-oriented

We offer:

• Market-competitive salary with bonus
• Supportive, high-performing team environment
• Training with at least 40 hours annually
• Company car/allowance
• Comprehensive benefits including pension and healthcare
• Career development opportunities within Atlas Copco

Location:

This role features a hybrid work model at our Hertfordshire, England location, with internal candidates eligible for Local Plus conditions.

Contact:

Talent Acquisition Team: Karin Schmidt

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