Finance Controller EMEA

Philips Iberica SAU; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Controller for the EMEA region to oversee accounting operations and financial business partnering. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape finance operations during a significant transition period. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, drive business performance, and collaborate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, proficiency in SAP, and excellent communication skills. Join a team committed to saving lives and advancing healthcare technology.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in finance with strong accounting and FP&A background.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial reporting for the EMEA region.
• Partner with Regional Business Leader to drive financial targets.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

SAP

Advanced Excel

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Title

Finance Controller EMEA

Job Description

In late January, we announced that Bridgefield Capital signed an agreement to acquire Philips’ Emergency Care business, which includes leading brands and products like HeartStart AEDs, Intrepid and DFM100 monitor defibrillators, Tempus monitor and Tempus ALS systems, and Corsium and ECI informatics solutions. The transaction is expected to close at the end of 2025.

Building on our 40+ year legacy of growth and innovation in emergency medical technology, the Emergency Care business will continue pursuing our mission of saving lives, lowering healthcare costs, and advancing resuscitation science, serving public access AED, EMS, military, and hospital markets.

This newly created role for BU Emergency Care, which will be carved out from Philips at the end of 2025, offers a unique opportunity to shape and establish finance operations for the EMEA region (Europe, META, India sub). The Finance Controller will oversee accounting operations and financial business partnering, ensuring accurate financial reporting and driving business performance.

Your role:

1. Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial and management reporting for the EMEA region.
• Oversee legal entity reporting, including the balance sheet, profit & loss statement, cash flow statements, and disclosures.
• Deliver internal financial performance reports, including monthly results, quarterly forecasts, and annual plans.
• Lead resolution of local accounting issues, collaborating with Infosys and external partners to improve processes.
• Support financial audits and tax documentation, including export flow support for Latam.

2. Financial Business Partnering

• Partner with the Regional Business Leader (RBL) to drive regional business value by setting and achieving financial and strategic targets for sales, pricing, margins, credit, and costs.
• Provide financial analysis and decision support for sales strategies, market share investments, and financing solutions.
• Represent the company in discussions with external stakeholders, including auditors, tax authorities, customers, and suppliers.
• Enhance credit management processes with commercial teams.

3. Disentanglement & Transition to NewCo

• Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), identifying and addressing issues with the disentanglement team.
• Provide financial expertise to support a smooth transition from Philips to the NewCo.

You're the right fit if:

• Minimum 8 years in finance, with strong accounting and FP&A background; experience supporting commercial organizations is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and US GAAP.
• Proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Team player with trust-building skills across finance and non-finance teams.
• Adaptability, openness to change, and ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Self-starter with a proactive approach.

How we work together

We believe we are better together. For office-based teams, this means working onsite at least 3 days a week. Onsite roles require full-time presence at company facilities. Field roles are typically outside main facilities, often at customer or supplier locations.

About Philips

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