Finance Business Partner – Business Controlling

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Chennai, India, seeks a Finance Business Partner – Business Controlling to deliver budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis in support of engineering and R&D initiatives.

You will own end-to-end controlling, drive cost control, transfer pricing compliance, and foster stakeholder partnerships, with SAP and Power BI experience shaping automation and better decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration and CA/CMAs qualification.
• 3-5 years of experience in business controlling, financial/functional controlling, and R&D controlling.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end business controlling and analytical services, including reports aligned to business requirements.
• Support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and baseline reviews with stakeholders.
• Review actual vs plan, identify deviations, and drive corrective actions with local managers.
• Ensure compliance and master data governance, and drive automation of finance processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

CA/CMAs qualification

Tools

SAP

Power BI

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: R0141519
Date Posted: 2026-08-13
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED
Profession (Job Category): Finance
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No

The opportunity:

The Finance Business Partner – Business Controlling is responsible for providing high-quality Business planning, analysis, reporting, and controlling support to the business. The role ensures accurate financial insights, robust process governance, strong stakeholder partnership, and continuous improvement through standardization and automation, while maintaining full compliance with internal and external regulations.

How you’ll make an impact:

Own end-to-end Business Controlling and analytical services, including automated, semi-automated, manual, and ad-hoc reports aligned to business requirements. Support financial reporting, business planning, budgeting, forecasting, and baseline reviews with relevant stakeholders. Analyse monthly and quarterly MIS, benchmark performance, investigate variances, and communicate insights to management and controllers. Manage controlling activities including budgeting, cost control, charging mechanisms, accruals, corrections, and tax-related compliance. Review of actual cost performance versus plan, identify deviations, and collaborate with local stakeholders to implement corrective actions. Annual operating plan for the engineering and R&D centre and independently drive budget discussions with Local Business Managers Ensure there are no revenue loss and to make sure all the costs are recovered to maintain the transfer pricing regulations Accountable for end-to-end finance process management, performance monitoring, and KPI-based process steering. Drive continuous process improvements through standardization, innovation, automation, and elimination of inefficiencies and duplications. Validate accuracy, quality, and integrity of financial data through reconciliations, reviews, and exception handling. Oversee financial systems and master data governance, including chart of accounts, Business Warehouse tools, project setup, and master data maintenance. Act as a finance business partner to key stakeholders, ensuring adherence to process standards, policies, and timelines. Prepare management presentations and reports, clearly articulating financial insights and performance drivers. Ensure compliance with internal policies, internal controls, procedures, and applicable external regulations. Proactively support audits and control reviews as required. Support ad-hoc assignments and evolving responsibilities as the function matures. Contribute ideas and expertise to improve accuracy, timeliness, and automation of financial processes. Optimize personal and team productivity through automation, coordination of information requirements, and coaching.

Your background:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, and CA/CMAs qualification 3-5 years of experience in Business Controlling, Financial/Functional Controlling, and R&D Controlling, preferably in a multinational or GCC environment Strong experience in process management, project controlling, and performance analysis. Exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred), financial planning & reporting tools. Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI / automation experience is a plus. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills with high attention to detail. Excellent communication skills with fluency in spoken and written English Experience in industrial or GCC environments preferred.

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About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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