Business Controller – US Distribution Center Operations

ABB; United States; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

ABB is seeking an experienced accounting/finance leader to impact the US Distribution Center network for ELIP. You will provide financial control, forecasting, and reporting, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive performance.

The role reports to the USLATAM Region Controller and requires a hybrid schedule from the Memphis, TN office with 20-30% travel. Key responsibilities include leadership of a finance team, development of control frameworks, and collaboration for strategic planning

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in financial controlling, accounting, or business finance.
• Strong leadership experience managing and developing finance teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage financial controls, reporting, and compliance across the US DC network.
• Analyze financial data and KPIs to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Lead a finance team and mentor staff; drive process optimization and best practices.

Skills

Financial leadership

Forecasting

KPI analysis

Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Senior Business Controller

Your role and responsibilities:

ABB is searching for an experienced and motivated accounting / finance leader who will make a direct impact on the Distribution Center network for our Electrification Installation Products (“ELIP”) business!

In this role, you will provide financial and accounting control and expertise to the US ELIP region. Key responsibilities will include benchmarking KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) while working with other finance professionals to understand the drivers of financial performance and identifying trends relevant to the finances of the distribution center network. Reporting to the USLATAM Region Controller, you will study business performance, including financial modelling to forecast the impacts and risks and recommend areas for continuous improvement.

This position is open to candidates able to work a hybrid schedule out of the Memphis, TN ELIP office, and an ability to travel 20-30%.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Developing and managing comprehensive business controls, financial reporting, and compliance frameworks across the DC network in US region. Analyzing financial data and key performance indicators to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. Preparing accurate and timely financial reports, forecasts, and business case analysis for senior management.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support strategic planning and business decision-making. Driving process optimization and implementing best practices in financial operations. Communicating complex financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in ELIP Business. Leading and mentoring a finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Supporting preparation of relevant organization financial reporting, business planning, budgeting, and forecasting and validating accuracy of financial data and business information and reports by performing reconciliation and review of exceptions. Optimizing performance to increase productivity, recommending changes of process standards and procedures, identifying areas for process/report standardization.
• Ensuring processes and controls within the distribution center network and are monitored consistently. New control measures are designed and implemented in line with group and unit requirements wherever required. Ensuring effective control and maintaining proper audit processes and documentation, ensuring SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure) are prepared and updated on a regular basis.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• 12+ years of progressive experience in financial controlling, accounting, or business finance
• Strong leadership experience managing and developing finance teams
• Demonstrated expertise in financial analysis, reporting, cashflow, inventories, reconciliations, internal controls and business intelligence
• Proficiency in Excel, data analysis tools, and financial systems (SAP or similar ERP systems)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and work with teams spread out geographically
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience with financial controls, budgeting, and forecasting
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• General accounting knowledge in financial statements,
• Change management experience
• High motivation to work in dynamic environment with orientation towards process improvement/simplification with ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and confidence in information produced adhering to strict deadlines
• Demonstrated critical thinking capability is required conducting financial analysis, effective problem solving and performing root cause analysis
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US

What's in it for you:

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affscreenated Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affscreenated Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary For Eligible US Employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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