Business Controller

KONE; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 300.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Plan de salud y bienestar integral

Oportunidades de aprendizaje y crecimiento

Vehículos de empresa para roles específicos

Beneficios más allá de los requeridos por ley

Descripción de la vacante

Una empresa innovadora busca un Business Controller para supervisar el rendimiento financiero y apoyar la planificación estratégica. En esta emocionante posición, serás responsable de analizar datos financieros, colaborar con líderes de negocio y asegurar el cumplimiento de estándares contables. Ofrecemos un entorno de trabajo colaborativo y oportunidades para el desarrollo personal y profesional. Si tienes pasión por las finanzas y la capacidad de influir en la toma de decisiones, esta es tu oportunidad para hacer un impacto positivo en la organización y en tu carrera.

Formación

• 7+ años de experiencia progresiva en finanzas y 3+ años en control de negocios.
• Dominio del inglés y español, y experiencia en gestión de proyectos.

Responsabilidades

• Analizar y reportar el rendimiento financiero de las líneas de negocio.
• Apoyar los procesos de planificación y pronóstico para la empresa.
• Colaborar con el equipo de liderazgo para proporcionar métricas comerciales.

Conocimientos

Contabilidad

Análisis Financiero

Excel

Comunicación

Gestión de Proyectos

Educación

Licenciatura en Finanzas

Maestría en Finanzas o MBA

Herramientas

SAP

Hyperion

Descripción del empleo

KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific roles, and world-class benefits for our salaried employees - we also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and ethical business practices are just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success. Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something big!

JOB OVERVIEW

The Business Controller analyzes and monitors the business performance for the front line districts within the country. Supports the business by supplying timely, accurate information to leaders to help support execution of business actions, monitors key metrics and proactively identifies solutions to improve business performance. Regularly reviews and ensures that activities are performed in accordance with the KONE Financial Control Model (FCM) and provides necessary analysis to ensure financial impacts are measured and reported following the KONE accounting standards and instructions. Leads a group of finance professionals to achieve the company’s goals and execute projects that add value to the business processes. Also, provides meaningful information and business partnering as part of the Mexico Leadership Team to the directors and relevant stakeholders.

JOB DUTIES:

Analyze and report on the financial performance:

• Ensure that key reporting principles, internal controls, and correct costing parameters as defined by IAS, GAAP, KARI, KAS and FCM have been implemented and followed.
• Ensure the correctness of managerial reporting including volume reporting (OR and sales), financial reporting (RE50 and R80), performance KPI’s (P2P pre vs. post calc., hours/floor), contract profitability.
• Assure the correctness of managerial information (including order book, WIP, stock, provisions, accruals, etc.).
• Monitor, track and verify project sales, costs and CMII in the Order Book.
• Analyze and understand the weekly/monthly actual performance of the business, as well as the deviations compared to planned (BUD / FCS) performance.
• Drive KPIs across the three business lines: NBS, MOD and Service.
• Review fixed costs and manageable fixed costs, both absolute spend and as % sales.
• Generate accurate monthly closeout reports and projections for profits and losses through facilitation of the plan management (PM) meetings. Monitor, track, verify and update project costs and close projects within the guidelines of Close Out Policy.
• Coordinate, develop and manage financial accounting within the region to fulfill internal and external requirements consistent with company policy.
• Produce accurate financial reports and analysis according to agreed time schedule.

Support the planning and forecasting processes:

• Provide financial parameters for the planning and forecasting processes to support the sales and cost planning by the business (e.g., inflation rate, foreign exchange rates, increases in wages and salaries, costs for corporate materials, milestone lead times).
• Validate and analyze the outcome to report how the business will perform each month.
• Ensure that plans and forecasts are consolidated and reported in a timely manner and that deadlines are respected.
• Support the development, implementation and attainment of an annual business plan, operating budget and orders budget utilizing KONE business processes.
• Capital Expenditure project review and approval as per policy.
• Calculation and review of currency hedges in conjunction with global Treasury.

Business partnering with strong outside-in mindset:

• Provide analysis of key dependencies between the key operational processes, relationships, and metrics.
• Promote and ensure adequate finance understanding in the business organization as a member of the business controlling team.
• Provide actionable insights, key findings, and conclusions to business, not just numbers.
• Assist in evaluating industry, economic, financial, and market trends to forecast the organization’s short, medium, and long-term financial and competitive position.
• Provide general analysis that supports Business Lines, e.g., analyzing the opportunity funnel, and producing scenario analyses for versatile purposes (e.g., market demand vs. pricing in different scenarios).
• Partner with management team to provide forward looking business metrics and challenging the status quo. Define and implement changes.
• Calculation of salespeople’s incentives (Services, NBS, Exports, MOD).

Compliance and coordination with Finance peers:

• Implementation, monitoring and support of best business practices for billing and collection activities according to policies and procedures.
• Coordination, development and management of cash flow (manageable working capital) and credit/collections activity within the region.
• Approve bad-debt write-offs as per policy.
• Provide approval for deviations from existing contract terms to the Exports Manager.
• Credit note approval as needed per policy.
• Purchase requisition approval as per the Delegation of Authority.
• Other approvals as per the Delegation of Authority (e.g. claims and legal disputes, other external spend).
• Power of attorney to act on behalf of KONE Mexico.

Other Responsibilities:

• Leading and coaching a group of finance professionals to develop projects along with the key business stakeholders to make processes more efficient, lean and cost efficient.
• Responsibility for the Data Management Team (one Data Supervisor + 4x Data Associates).
• Responsibility for fuel management within the organization (1 headcount assigned to this task).
• Maintain strong connections with other stakeholders and other Finance colleagues within KONE to share best practices and to understand current and future trends.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of business logic and the interdependencies between key operational processes, relationships, and metrics. They demonstrate excellent accounting, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. Their collaborative approach allows them to work effectively with all levels of leadership, employees, and external partners. This candidate excels in written and verbal communication, responding to complex inquiries and complaints, and presenting information to diverse audiences. They have a proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and developing business models, while also demonstrating proficiency in Excel, databases, and familiarity with SAP, Hyperion, or similar tools. Strong computational and algebraic skills complement their ability to calculate discounts, interest, and other financial figures. Additionally, they are capable leaders, able to guide teams effectively while maintaining high standards of performance.

HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in finance or relevant field.

Master's in Finance or MBA (plus).

7+ years progressively more responsible experience in finance.

3+ year in business controlling experience.

Language proficiency in English and Spanish, required. Visa Requirement: Applicants must already hold a valid visa that permits work in United States.

What can KONE offer you?

We have the courage to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because we believe diversity drives innovation:

• We value your authentic self.

• Diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in our strategy and values.

• Collaborative, creative and supportive work environment.

• Passionate about safety, quality and innovation.

• We care about the communities where we live and work.

Just some of our many benefits include:

• Opportunities to learn and grow.

• Comprehensive health and wellness plan for the entire family.

• More benefits than required by law.

Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.