Business Controller

E717 Sulzer Italy S.R.L.; Casalecchio di Reno; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 43.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Meal vouchers

Flex Work policy

Descrizione del lavoro

Sulzer Italy S.R.L. seeks a Senior Controller Specialist to strengthen our Finance team in Emilia-Romagna. You will lead monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, manage close processes, and support budgeting and forecasting with strong analytical insight.

The role requires solid accounting expertise, experience with SSC coordination, and advanced Excel/ERP and BI tools, with English at C1, enabling effective cross‑functional collaboration across international business units.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Economics or Business Administration.
• Minimum 3 years in Financial Controller or related roles in an international company.
• English proficiency at C1 or higher; strong knowledge of internal control frameworks.

Mansioni

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages.
• Manage closing processes including inventory valuation and revenue recognition.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analyses against plan.
• Monitor KPIs; identify risks and opportunities for management decisions.
• Coordinate SSC and external BPO providers to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Support project accounting, profitability analysis, and intercompany reconciliations.

Conoscenze

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Power BI

Qlik

MS Office

Financial analysis

Budgeting & Forecasting

Management reporting

Internal controls

English language (C1)

Cross-functional collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Economics or Business Administration

Strumenti

ERP systems

Qlik

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.

About the role

The Controller Specialist is responsible for executing core financial control activities, including the preparation of financial reports, account reconciliations, and compliance with internal controls. This role supports the accuracy and integrity of financial data and contributes to the organization’s financial planning and reporting processes. This job profile is intended for specialist professionals that apply advanced knowledge of a job area. Required to manage projects / processes independently with limited supervision. Typically coaches and reviews the work of lower level professionals.

Position

Business Senior Controller Department Finance Required training Bachelor's degree in Economics or Business Administration and Management. Specific knowledge Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Solid accounting background with proven experience in financial controlling and collaboration with Shared Service Centers (SSC). Strong expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cost controlling, and management reporting. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, as well as databases, ERP systems, Business Intelligence tools (Qlik, Power BI), and corporate reporting platforms. Excellent understanding of management accounting principles, financial reporting processes, and performance measurement methodologies. Professional proficiency in English (minimum C1 level). Knowledge of internal control frameworks, auditing principles, and compliance requirements. Experience in cost center structure design and maintenance, profitability analysis, and P&L management across different business units or reporting perimeters. Familiarity with electronic invoicing processes and invoicing platforms is considered a strong advantage.

Profile & Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Results-oriented mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive approach to process improvement, automation, and continuous optimization of financial processes.

Required experience

Minimum of 3 years as Financial Controller, Accounting Auditor, Senior Accountant, Internal Control, or similar in an internationally oriented company.

Hierarchical dependence

Finance Manager

Function Description

Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for Corporate Headquarters, ensuring compliance with Group reporting requirements. Manage the financial closing process, including inventory valuation, revenue recognition, accruals and provisions, depreciation, intercompany reconciliations, and other accounting adjustments. Support budgeting and forecasting activities, providing clear variance analyses against budget, forecast, and prior-year performance. Monitor business performance and financial KPIs, identifying risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement to support management decision‑making. Provide analytical support. Coordinate activities performed by the Shared Service Center (SSC) and external Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) providers, ensuring service quality, compliance, and efficiency. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records in accordance with local GAAP, Group accounting policies, and internal control requirements. Support in internal control procedures, financial processes, and reporting tools to strengthen compliance and operational effectiveness. Prepare and maintain management reports, dashboards, and business performance analyses for senior management and Group stakeholders. Support project accounting and contract profitability analysis, including monitoring work‑in‑progress, revenue recognition, milestone billing, and customer invoicing. Collaborate with Finance Management on strategic initiatives, business cases, investments, and continuous improvement projects.

What we offer you

• Minimum Salary for the position: 38.918 euro.
• The indicated salary reflects the minimum pay aligned with our internal salary structure for this position. Final compensation is determined through a transparent, gender‑neutral process aligned to internal equity considering candidate’s qualifications, experience, and overall fit for the role, and may exceed the stated salary where appropriate;
• Meal voucher of 10,00 euro per each day worked from the office;
• Flex Work policy.

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer.

We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world. With more than 13’000 employees and 160 world‑class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team. We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success. We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive.