Finance Business Controller

Miele Australia Pty; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus scheme up to 2 months’ salary

Product discounts on Miele products

Job summary

Miele Australia Pty in Abingdon, UK, is seeking a Finance Business Controller. You will partner with the Marketing Director to drive budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, delivering insights on profitability, pricing and investments.

Join a team with a strong heritage and a hybrid work model. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a range of employee perks.

Qualifications

• Degree educated or professionally qualified in finance, part or fully qualified.
• Experience as a Business Controller or Finance Business Partner, ideally with Marketing/commercial support.
• Strong commercial awareness with ability to translate insights into actions.
• High analytical capability; proactively identify issues and manage financial risks.
• Experience managing financial data and leading finance projects with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Marketing Director to lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Provide strategic guidance on profitability, pricing, investments and business performance.
• Prepare regular reports, business cases and financial recommendations for decisions.
• Evaluate investments and promotions with pre/post-analysis reviews.
• Contribute to development of financial processes and reporting standards.
• Ensure accurate data management, rebates and cost control across activities.
• Coordinate regular forecast and budget cycles with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Finance partnerships

Education

Finance degree

Professional qualification (CIMA/ACCA)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

## Finance Business ControllerApply: Hybrid: Abingdon: Full time: Posted Today: R3211**About the role:**Miele is a world leader in the production of premium domestic and commercial appliances. We take immense pride not only in the quality of our appliances, but in every aspect of the customer experience.As a Finance Business Controller, you will work closely with the Marketing Director to support financial management, commercial performance, and strategic planning across the business. You will provide financial insight and guidance on profitability, investments, pricing, promotions, and business performance while supporting budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.We strive to make our workplace and culture as future-proof as our world-renowned products. Join a team that has been evolving since 1899 and help us continue to live our philosophy of being “Immer Besser”.**Your Responsibilities*** In close collaboration with the Marketing Director, you lead budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and financial planning activities across the business unit* Through detailed financial analysis, you provide strategic guidance on profitability, pricing decisions, investments, and business performance improvements* In partnership with internal departments, you prepare regular reporting, business cases, and financial recommendations to support informed decision-making* With a proactive and analytical approach, you evaluate investments, return on investment, and promotional activities through pre- and post-analysis reviews* In cooperation with the FP&A Director, you contribute to the development and improvement of financial processes, reporting standards, and active financial management practices* Across key business activities, you ensure accurate financial data management, rebate management, and effective cost control processes* Through close collaboration with cross-functional teams, you coordinate and execute regular forecast and budget cycles while supporting strategic and tactical business initiatives**What We Are Looking For*** Degree educated or professionally qualified in finance, either part qualified or fully qualified, with a commitment to continuous learning* Proven experience as a Business Controller or Finance Business Partner within a consumer products environment, ideally supporting Marketing or commercial functions* Strong commercial awareness with the ability to translate financial insights into practical business recommendations* High analytical capability with a proactive mindset and the ability to identify issues, solve problems, and manage financial risks effectively* Experience managing financial data, leading finance-related projects, and collaborating confidently with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams**What We Offer*** A salary of up to £70,000 plus a competitive benefits package* A bonus scheme of up to two months’ salary* Extensive discounts on Miele products for yourself, family, and friends* Discounted gym membership and a subsidised onsite café* Extensive health cash plan and free eye tests* Additional benefits including financial advice, recognition schemes, and more**Additional Information**This is a full-time permanent position based in Abingdon with hybrid working options available. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.