The opportunity  

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated talent to join our PGGA team in Baden as Business Unit Assistant Controller supporting the CFO of our Global Business Unit Grid Automation. This role reports directly to the BU CFO and involves providing supervising and reporting expertise to the Business Unit and the company by compiling and analyzing metrics, identifying trends and deviations, communicating information to relevant stakeholders, and recommending actions to improve financial performance. 

How you’ll make an impact 

• Support and develop global BU Controlling, including monthly and quarterly reporting cycles and budget processes 

• Collaborate closely with the BU CFO, the BU Manager and all HUBs and GPGs within PGGA on all financial reporting topics 

• Support BU Global Sales Function and BU Cost Centre Controlling 

• Coordinate periodical business planning, forecasting, and budgeting 

• Analyse business performance and provide decision support by utilizing our digital core 

• Ensure strong governance on HSE, internal control, integrity, and compliance 

Your background  

• University degree in finance, economics or related disciplines; a graduate of a Finance Trainee Program is preferred 

• 2-3 years experience as a Financial Analyst or Business Controller with experience in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes (including related tool expertise ABACUS, TM1, SFDC, HiFacts, etc.) 

• Familiarity with FARM (Financial Accounting and Reporting Guidelines)

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to build own reports and models 

• Proficiency in MS Excel, BI and other MS Office applications 

• Good presentation and communication skills 

• Fluent in English, both written and oral 

• Self-starter capable of planning and managing own work based on broad task definitions 

More about us  

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.