Andritz Group

Business Controller

Andritz Group • $110K — $130K *
Alpharetta, GA 30022In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting; Master's degree and/or CPA preferred
  • 10+ years of financial or accounting/audit experience in a large international corporation
  • Demonstrated supervisory capabilities
  • Skilled in financial analysis and corporate reporting
  • Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement financial strategy aligned with business objectives
  • Lead annual budgeting process and prepare financial forecasts
  • Oversee financial operations including accounting and reporting
  • Manage working capital to enhance financial performance
  • Prepare monthly and yearly financial reporting packages
  • Identify and implement consistent accounting policies across divisions
  • Lead and mentor the controlling team, promoting professional development
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and internal policies

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule (Tues-Thurs in office, Mon & Fri remote)
  • Opportunities for professional development and team leadership
  • Exposure to strategic decision-making at the executive level
  • International travel opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment across divisions
Full Job Description
Purpose Statement

Andritz seeks a dedicated and experienced financial professional to join our team. The Business Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, business controlling, project controlling and analysis, to ensure the financial health and sustainability of the organization. This role involves managing the controlling department staff, providing strategic financial guidance, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The Business Controller plays a key role in the development and implementation of financial strategies that align with the organization's goals.

Job Responsibilities and Tasks

Financial Strategy and Planning:
  • Develop and implement the organization's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Lead the annual budgeting process, including the preparation of quarterly financial forecasts and long-term financial plans.
  • Provide financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decision-making.

Financial Management:
  • Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, business controlling, and financial reporting.
  • Manage working capital and optimize financial performance.[PK1.1]
  • Monthly/Yearly reporting package preparation and review for U.S. and Canadian Divisions financial statements.
  • Support interim, annual and internal audit processes working closely with CFO and VP of Finance.
  • Identify and implement consistent accounting/controlling policies and procedures between US and Canadian divisions and other divisions.
  • Ad hoc reporting to support various other departments such as Tax, Insurance, Legal and Treasury
  • Maintain and develop reporting and budgeting tools

Team Leadership and Development:
  • Lead and mentor the controlling team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Establish performance metrics and manage the controlling team to achieve organizational goals.

Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, tax laws, and internal policies.
  • Identify financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
  • Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies as needed.

Stakeholder Management:
  • Present financial results and insights to the executive team, board of directors, and other key stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with other Pulp and Paper divisions.
  • Collaborate with other department heads to provide financial guidance and support.
  • Work in a matrix organization with accountability to local management as well as Global Controller's and stakeholders.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Education, professional experience, and preferred/required qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Master's degree and/or CPA preferred
  • At least 10 years experience in progressively mid to senior -level financial or accounting/audit positions, ideally with a large international corporation.
  • Demonstrated supervisory capabilities.
  • Skilled in financial analysis, preparation of statements and corporate reporting.
  • Able to identify risks as well as opportunities to provide feedback on decisions affecting financial results of the company.
  • Strong PC skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, Power Point. Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP accounting systems.
  • Experience with OLAP tools would be beneficial
  • Report writing skills using Andritz systems
  • Copilot experience.


Key Competencies
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communications skills; interpersonal, verbal and written.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • High ethical standards and integrity.


Additional Information
  • Hybrid schedule (Tue - Thr in office, Mon & Fri remote)
  • Some travel required to support locations including international travel occasionally.

Requisition ID: 23034

About Andritz Group

Andritz Group is an Austrian technology company that provides systems, equipment, and services for various industries, including pulp and paper, hydropower, metals, and separation. The company was founded in 1852 and has since grown to become a global leader in its field, with operations in over 40 countries and more than 29,000 employees. Andritz Group is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of renewable energy sources and the development of eco-friendly products. In 2019, the company generated revenues of over 6.7 billion euros.
Learn more about Andritz Group
Size
29,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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