Financial Director

A highly skilled Financial Controller is sought after to lead financial processes in our central functions, optimizing financial performance for ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation Business Area.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with various departments across the business, ensuring smooth coordination and delivery of financial data. Key responsibilities include:

1. Financial Closing: Full responsibility for monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
2. Budgeting & Forecasting: Prepare, monitor, and follow-up budgets and forecasts for central functions.
3. Cost Follow-Up: Track, analyze, and report function costs, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and improvements.
4. Coordination: Ensure smooth coordination of financial activities across multiple departments, aligning business goals with financial targets.
5. Financial Reporting: Ensure accuracy of income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow as well as compliance with accounting standards.

• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and closing processes, with at least a couple of years experience in a similar role.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• Fluent in both English and Swedish, with excellent communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems and tools.
• Ability to pay attention to details and see the big picture, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• As a person, you thrive in a collaborative setting and can communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• You approach tasks with humility, willing to roll up your sleeves and dive into the topic.
• Enjoying variation in day-to-day tasks, you are comfortable managing change.
• You have a proactive approach to problem-solving and a focus on supporting your colleagues and the business.