Building on a strong legacy of more than 145 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Business Controller
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About this position
At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of 47.000 pioneers around the globe. The teams in our corporate functions enable the best in our dynamic businesses and in our people to maximize our company’s potential. With our leading brands, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth. Dare to make an impact?
We are looking for an ambitious, analytical Business Controller to support our fast-growing businesses in the Nordics with brands such as Schwarzkopf, Got2be, Barnängen, Osis, Pritt and Loctite. In this role, you will actively support the respective Nordic General Manager and the sales organization in driving business development towards the achievement of targets and be a key member of the SBU management team. In addition, you work closely with the controlling organisation for Cluster North (Nordics & UK/Ireland) and report to the Head of Controlling located in our office in Sundbyberg. You will also be part of the dynamic global organisation with opportunities for career development around the region/world.
What you'll do
- Ensure fast, timely and reliable reporting for the assigned Business Unit in line with monthly closing and reporting deadlines.
- Proactively provide fast, accurate and reliable analysis of standard and ad-hoc topics.
- Act as a business partner working closely with the General Managers & regional business management to monitor business development vs. plan and contributing to achievement of business goals.
- Provide a consistent and detailed follow up of relevant business targets, offering early warning, advice about risks and opportunities and show potential impacts and provide recommendations.
- Support the decision-making process of the local and regional management.
- Ensure adherence to Henkel's Corporate Standards and relevant laws and regulations.
What makes you a good fit
- Degree in Finance and Accounting.
- Previous demonstrable experience in a Business Controlling or Financial Planning & Analysis role (3-5 years).
- Strong IT skills (Excel, BI tools), SAP knowledge is a plus.
- Fluency in Swedish and English. Other Nordic languages would be a benefit.
- To be successful in this role you need to be engaged and committed to high quality work.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to work independently.
- Enjoy working in a diverse international organisation collaborating with stakeholders across Europe.
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 24072802
Job Locations: Sweden, Stockholm, Stockholm
Contact information for application-related questions: Norden.hr@henkel.com
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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