Head of Controlling and Risk Management - Grid Automation, Europe

Description

The Opportunity

As the Head of Hub Controlling and Risk Management, you play a pivotal leadership role overseeing financial controlling, performance analysis, and comprehensive risk management across Business Unit Grid Automation Europe. You ensure financial integrity, support strategic decision‑making, and mitigate business risks to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence. This role reports to our Hub Leader Grid Automation Europe and functionally to the Business Unit CFO. The location of this role is flexible within Europe and will be determined in subsequent stages.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning for Hub Europe, ensuring alignment with global objectives.
• Monitor and analyze Hub performance, report key financial insights, and recommend corrective actions within Hub Management team.
• Oversee accurate financial reporting, month‑end / year‑end closing, and compliance with IFRS / GAAP, internal policies, and local regulations.
• Maintain a comprehensive risk management framework covering financial, operational, strategic, and compliance risks.
• Establish and enforce strong internal controls, conducting regular reviews to safeguard assets and ensure data accuracy.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the Hub Manager and leadership team, supporting key initiatives, investments, and growth plans.
• Collaborate closely with BU, finance, sales, operations, internal audit, tax and other functions to ensure integrated financial and risk practices.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing controlling and risk team while driving continuous process and efficiency improvements.

Your Background

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