Business Financial Analyst

The opportunity
HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures, and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables.

For the HVDC Finance team in Sweden, we are now searching for you who have previous experience as a Business Controller and want to join us on our exciting journey ahead

As a Business Financial Analyst at Hitachi Energy, your mission is to provide valuable financial and controlling support to the organization. You will gather and analyze financial data to ensure accurate insights. By identifying key trends and potential issues early, you can help address them proactively.

It's important for you to communicate critical financial information to the relevant teams within the organization. Additionally, you will suggest actions to improve the financial performance of specific business areas. Your proactive and analytical approach to financial management will drive continuous improvement and support the overall success of Hitachi Energy.

To thrive as a Business Financial Analyst at Hitachi Energy, you'll need a blend of strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Effective problem-solving and clear communication are key, along with a proactive mindset and technical proficiency. Understanding the business context, being adaptable, and working well in teams are also important. Above all, maintaining high ethical standards will ensure your success and contribute to our collective goals.

Does this seem interesting to you? Don't hesitate to apply

How You'll Make An Impact

• Perform analysis of actual vs. budget & forecast and propose improvement actions.
• Ensure appropriate cost structure and effective line function controlling; support yearly budget process and establish updated hourly rates.
• Prevent under-absorption in line functions, identify root causes, and take necessary actions to mitigate them.
• Support financial reporting, business planning, budgeting, and forecasting; validate accuracy of financial data through reconciliation and review.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing.
• Maintain transparency in financial reporting and disclosures; ensure processes and controls meet group and unit requirements and support internal and external audits with proper documentation.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related area.
• A couple of years of relevant experience, for instance accounting and controlling.
• Good analytical decision making and planning skills and structured way of working.
• Meriting with good working knowledge of SAP S4 Hanna financial module and good skills in Excel.
• English, both written and spoken, is required. Swedish and/or other languages are considered an advantage.
• Self-motivated, goal-orientated, and driven person with an ambition to learn and develop, capable of working both alone and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More About Us
This role can be based in either Ludvika or Västerås, Sweden.

We are looking for a new colleague with the right mindset to join our team. Don't hesitate to apply even though you don't meet all requirements, we want to learn more about you and how you can contribute to the team. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the position can be filled during the advertisement period.

Recruiting manager Ritesh Rai, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, ; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt , Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner

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.