Ph3About VAT Group /h3 pAt VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT. /p pLocation: Haag, St. Gallen, CH /p pEmployment Type: Permanent /p h3Business Unit Controller /h3 pThe Business Unit Controller is responsible for overseeing financial activities for the Business Unit, ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing budgets, and implementing financial controls. This role bridges finance and business unit strategy, ensuring financial sustainability and value creation within the business unit department by acting as a strategic business partner to the BU management. The Business Controller provides transparency on financial results while proactively identifying risks and opportunities across the organization. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liFinancial Planning and Budgeting /li liDevelop and manage annual budgets for the business unit /li liMonitor budget adherence and recommend adjustments as necessary /li liSupport forecasting activities, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals /li liFinancial Reporting and Analysis /li liPrepare periodic financial reports, including variance analysis (budget vs. actual) /li liAnalyse key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify trends or risks /li liCost Management /li liTrack and control operational costs /li liAnalyse financial performance, identify variances and drive corrective actions /li liEnsure compliance with cost allocation methodologies for shared services /li liSupport investment evaluations and business cases /li liStrategic Support /li liCollaborate with leadership to evaluate the financial feasibility of new projects or product developments /li liProvide financial insights including contribution margin analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making /li liDrive process improvements and ensure data quality across system /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liA degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Controlling or a related field /li liEnthusiasm for learning and willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities /li liHands‑on mentality and ability to take initiative and responsibility /li liDemonstrates strong analytical and problem‑solving skills /li liExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence and impact key stakeholders effectively /li liStrong collaboration with product management and other departments /li liFamiliarity with standard costing /li liAt least 5 years of professional experience in controlling in a manufacturing industry /li liExperience with Microsoft Dynamics ERP system is an advantage /li liExperience with BI tools (e.g. Power BI) is an advantage /li /ul h3Our Commitment to Inclusion, Fairness and Equal Opportunities /h3 pWe believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available on our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr