Senior R&D Controller - CP&O

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior R&D Controller to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance for global R&D programs. You will partner with R&D leaders and project teams to optimize investments, ensure alignment with budgets, and provide decision-support across a diverse portfolio.

This role requires FP&A and finance expertise, experience with SAP, ERP, Excel and Power BI, and the ability to collaborate with international teams.

Qualifications

• FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and financial reporting experience.
• Experience supporting R&D, engineering or product development organizations.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP and ERP systems with strong Excel/Power BI skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial performance management for R&D.
• Partner with R&D leadership to provide financial insights for strategic investments.
• Monitor and control R&D expenditures, align with budgets, identify cost optimizations.
• Perform financial modeling, scenario planning, and investment analysis for initiatives.
• Analyze performance vs budgets/forecasts; highlight drivers, risks, opportunities, actions.
• Develop executive-ready financial reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Support month-/quarter-/year-end closing with accurate reporting and compliance.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting standards for R&D spend.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and enhanced reporting for visibility.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Project controlling

Financial modeling

Investment analysis

Decision support

Strategic business partnering

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics

MBA/CA/CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job ID: R0137633 Date Posted: 2026-09-01 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Finance Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description

The Opportunity At Hitachi Energy, we are accelerating the transition toward a sustainable energy future through innovation, technology, and global collaboration. We are looking for a highly motivated Senior R&D Controller to join our Technology Services team and play a critical role in enabling strategic research and development investments through strong financial leadership. In this role, you will serve as a trusted financial business partner to global R&D leaders, providing financial planning, performance management, and decision-support capabilities across a diverse portfolio of innovation initiatives. You will be responsible for driving financial transparency, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring that R&D investments align with business objectives and long-term growth strategies. Working in a dynamic international environment, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders, project managers, engineering leaders, and global finance teams to deliver insightful analysis, robust forecasting, and strategic recommendations. Your expertise in financial controlling, budgeting, forecasting, and project performance management will help shape investment decisions and strengthen operational effectiveness across R&D activities. This position offers the opportunity to work with global teams, contribute to cutting-edge technology development, and influence strategic decision-making at an international level. You will have exposure to senior stakeholders across regions, including collaboration with teams in Sweden and other global locations, while supporting innovative R&D programs that drive business growth and technological advancement. If you are passionate about finance, innovation, and business partnering and enjoy transforming complex financial data into actionable insights, this role provides an excellent platform for professional growth and international exposure.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial performance management activities for R&D functions.
• Partner with R&D leadership and project teams to provide financial insights that support strategic investment and resource allocation decisions.
• Monitor and control R&D project expenditures, ensuring alignment with approved budgets while identifying cost optimization opportunities.
• Perform financial modeling, scenario planning, business case evaluations, and investment analysis to support innovation initiatives.
• Analyze business performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key drivers, risks, opportunities, and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop executive-level financial reports, dashboards, and presentations that enable informed business decisions.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements related to R&D spending.
• Drive process improvements, automation, standardization, and enhanced reporting capabilities to improve operational efficiency and financial visibility.
• Collaborate effectively with global stakeholders and leadership teams, building strong partnerships across functions and geographies.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA, CA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Controlling, Business Finance, or related finance functions.
• Experience supporting R&D, engineering, project, technology, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or product development organizations.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial reporting, project controlling, and business performance management.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP and ERP systems, along with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, and financial reporting tools.
• Proven capability in financial modeling, investment analysis, decision support, and strategic business partnering.
• Experience working with global stakeholders and cross-functional teams in a multicultural environment; must have experience collaborating with international teams.
• Excellent analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we are committed to advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, safety, and integrity, where every employee can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. We offer challenging global career opportunities, continuous learning, and an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and encourages personal and professional development. Demonstrates effective use of AI and digital tools to enhance problem-solving, decision-making, and productivity, while applying sound judgment, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and maintaining accountability for outcomes.

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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