Business Controller

Business Controller

Location

Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

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We Are The Heart.

Our team is growing! We work cross-functionally and globally to exceed our customers' expectations and reach the world class manufacturing level. We have exciting work in front of us, and more on the horizon! The automotive world is changing rapidly and to be part of this big change is an exciting movement. The opportunities are endless if you are willing to join our team in the challenges ahead of us. We want an experienced metallurgist who can lead, manage and implement changes and new processes. Someone who can plan and prioritize, collaborate, communicate, and deliver.

What you will do

At Volvo Group you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large.

The purpose of this position is to provide Business Control teams and management with accurate, timely and meaningful financial information related to truck operations, securing the short and long-term profitability targets.

As a self-driven, pro-active member of the Business Control team, the Manufacturing Business Controller must strategically plan to deliver the appropriate support to the Company.

Role Description

The purpose of this position is to provide Business Control teams and management with accurate, timely and meaningful financial information related to truck operations,?securing the short and long-term profitability targets.

As a self-driven, pro-active member of the Business Control team, the Manufacturing Business Controller must strategically plan to deliver the appropriate support to the Company.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Serve as Business Partner/Controller for teams by coaching them in performance, cost deployment/continuous financial improvement, process and all financial matters.

• Monitor and provide financial analysis of manufacturing costs, investigate actual charges, and conduct variance analysis versus budgets/forecasts as required, including productivity.

• Perform monthly closing activities including journal entries, account analysis, and reconciliation related to accruals, adjustments, provisions, etc.

• Ensure accurate and on time reporting in accordance with internal audit, internal control and Volvo Financial Procedures and Policies guidelines.

• Recognize patterns in data, information, events, draw logical conclusions and make recommendations for action.

• Interface with other locations and Volvo Financial Community on financial matters

• Provide various reporting tools to assist operations and management in their development

• Assist in capital investment analysis, make/buy analysis, monitoring and tracking of key capital projects.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATIONAL AND/OR TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• 4 years bachelor's degree in accounting/Finance or equivalent experience required

• 3-5 years' experience in data/financial analysis, cost accounting, capital investments, make/buy analysis, business cases

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

• Project Management

• Digital tools like Microsoft Power BI, Power Query etc

• Capital investment understanding and experience is preferred.

• Make/Buy analysis and business case knowledge is preferred.

NECESSARY TECHNICAL/ FUNCTIONAL/ LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Proficiency in the English language is required.

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Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group's leading brands and entities.

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group's manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group's customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category: Finance

Organization: Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 9566

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world's most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

Nearest Major Market: Hagerstown