Business Controller & Reporting

Job description

The Role: We offer an exciting opportunity to join an international environment, supporting the development of new products and processes that contribute to ICL's growth objectives. In this role, you will provide business controlling support across multiple legal entities and contribute to the core activities of the business control function. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and development, with a focus on sales and cost controlling, financial analysis, and period-end closing activities. The Responsibilities: Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, including preparing regular business reviews for management and supporting reporting activities across the business controlling team. Coordinate and prepare periodic forecasts, the annual budget, and long-term (five-year) financial plans. Provide high-quality financial reporting, business support, and analysis related to sales performance, margins, profitability by product group, customer, region, and brand. Support effective business and cost control processes for Marketing, R&D, and Central Functions. Perform balance sheet reviews and support the implementation and monitoring of internal controls. Contribute to and drive business process improvement initiatives. Actively participate in business, financial, and IT-related projects. Monitor and support optimization of working capital performance. Carry out additional ad hoc controlling activities across the EMEA and APAC regions of Global Everris. Support key strategic initiatives, including ERP upgrades and Business Intelligence (BI) development projects in Europe. The Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics, Finance, Controlling, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred. Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy, flexibility, and a collaborative approach to business partnering and financial control. Motivation and potential to develop into roles with increasing responsibility. Hands-on mindset with a results-oriented approach and a focus on continuous improvement. Relevant experience in an international, performance-driven business environment. Strong financial analysis and business performance evaluation capabilities. Good understanding of IFRS accounting principles and internal control frameworks. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Experience working with ERP and reporting systems such as SAP, QAD, Hyperion/HFM, and Business Intelligence (BI) tools is considered an advantage. Strong systems aptitude, with the ability to efficiently generate reports and dedicate time to value-added analysis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. What do we offer: Stable employment in a well-established global company Competitive salary aligned with your experience Private medical care and health insurance Benefit card Hybrid working model (4 days office / 1 day remote) A collaborative and supportive work environment As this role requires regular communication in English, we kindly request that all applications (CVs and supporting documents) be submitted in English.