Middle East Sales Controller (Finance Controller)

SKF Group; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF Group is seeking an experienced Finance Manager based in Chinchwad, Pune, to monitor KPIs, lead budgeting, and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of finance experience, advanced analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel and Power BI. This role involves driving operational efficiency and supporting international legal entities. Join us and become part of a diverse, innovative team at SKF, a leading provider of rotating equipment solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in a Finance function.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• Excellent business acumen and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to deliver actionable insights.
• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and working capital.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes in coordination with the regional controlling team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Business acumen

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Fluency in English

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

BPC

SDW

Job description

SKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today, SKF provides through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units, seals solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved from manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company sustainable and competitive business excellence.

SKF's solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction, energy efficiency and reliability. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms. About the organization: www.skf.com/in

SKF Purpose Statement

Together, we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow.

By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet

Reports to: Head Controlling & Finance, Industrial Region, India, Southeast Asia & Middle East

Job Description

As an active member of the sub-region management team, you will:

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to deliver actionable insights.
• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and working capital.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes in coordination with the regional controlling team.
• Hold a key role in the finance organization of SKF Eurotrade AB, providing instrumental support to FOC in monthly and annual closings as well as statutory audits.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal control standards.
• Act as Finance Manager for selected smaller legal entities, such as SKF Pakistan, SKF Egypt, and SKF Saudi Arabia
• Oversee credit management across the sub-region.
• Continuously challenge and improve existing processes to promote standardization and efficiency.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in a Finance function.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Excellent business acumen and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international setting.
• Advanced Excel and Power BI skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Experience with SKF systems and reporting is an advantage; particularly with platforms such as SAP S/4HANA, BPC and SDW

What Makes You Successful

• A collaborative team player with strong communication and networking skills.
• Open-minded, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

At SKF, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential to our continued success. Therefore, we focus solely on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are, be yourself.

Additional Information

The preferred location for this role is Chinchwad, Pune, India

Interested candidate/s can share their resume to [e-mail]

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.