Occupancy Cost Controller Europe

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Kraków; On-site; PLN 145,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in electrification is seeking an Occupancy Cost Controller for Europe. The successful candidate will monitor occupancy-related costs, lead month-end closing activities, and prepare forecasts and budgets. A strong accounting and controlling background is required along with experience in financial analysis and SAP FICO. Join a company committed to sustainability and innovation in the energy sector.

Benefits

Holistic range of competitive benefits

Training budget & platform

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial analysis and occupancy cost controlling.
• Ability to effectively communicate financial information.
• Proactive with a strong commitment to quality and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze occupancy-related costs.
• Lead month-end-closing activities related to real estate.
• Prepare and submit accurate forecasts of future occupancy costs.
• Coordinate the budgeting process for local real estate costs.
• Serve as a financial business partner to local real estate teams.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

SAP FICO

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate or related field

Job description

Join our Controlling Practice & Operations (CP&O) team as Occupancy Cost Controller Europe, reporting to Europe Cluster Lead, and making a significant impact on our capability in real estate controlling.

Function Mission Statement: Deliver top-notch financial planning and controlling services by analyzing metrics, identifying trends and issues, communicating insights, and recommending actions to enhance financial performance.

How you will make an impact:

Financial analysis: Monitor and analyze all occupancy-related costs, including rent, utilities, maintenance, and other facility expenses. Identify cost-saving opportunities and process optimization initiatives. Develop and maintain robust financial models and reports to support the allocation of occupancy costs across various business units. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records in accordance with accounting standards and internal guidelines.

Month-end-closing: Lead all financial closing activities related to real estate. Provide detailed analysis and insights to local and regional stakeholders, as well as the Global Real Estate Controlling team. Conduct proactive reviews of financial statements and independently follow up on discrepancies or issues.

Forecasting: Prepare and submit accurate forecasts of future occupancy costs, drawing on historical trends, lease agreements, maintenance schedules, and input from real estate managers. Ensure forecasts are well-documented and aligned with business expectations.

Budgeting: Coordinate the end-to-end budgeting process for local real estate costs, ensuring alignment with local, regional and group-level requirements. Document key cost drivers and demand assumptions and implement approved budgets promptly in SAP.

Collaboration: Serve as a financial business partner to local real estate teams, offering expertise in occupancy cost controlling. Actively contribute to both regional and global process improvement initiatives, ensuring best practices are shared and implemented.

Your background:

Strong accounting and controlling background with a bachelor's or master’s degree in accounting, Finance, Real Estate or related field.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with independent problem-solving capabilities.

The ability to effectively communicate financial information to stakeholders, including management and auditors.

Proactive with a strong commitment to quality and adherence to strict deadlines.

Proven experience in SAP FICO is a must and REFX understanding is a preferred. Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), knowledge of Power BI is a plus.

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.We can provide more information during the recruitment process.

Growth possibility: training budget & training platform, changing role withing organization

Possibility to gain experience in international enviromnent

Possibility to work for industry leader in green energy solution

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.