Financial controller

Ph3Financial Controller /h3pFor our Motion, Power, Sensing Division site based in Fribourg, we are currently looking for a Financial Controller. /ph3The Position /h3pAs Financial Controller, you drive the Business Unit’s financial performance by leading forecasting, reporting, and analysis activities, while supporting strategic decision‑making and continuous improvement. The role oversees cost management, cash flow, customer accounts, inventory, and investment planning, ensuring strong financial control, compliance, and cross‑functional alignment to achieve business objectives. The main responsibilities for this role are as follows: /pulliLead SGA forecasting and reporting, while driving cost control, cost center management, and optimization initiatives across the Business Unit /liliOversee accounts receivable performance, including customer account reviews, credit risk management, cash collection and overdue reduction /liliCoordinate inventory forecasting, reporting and optimization initiatives in partnership with Supply Chain, ensuring compliance with Group policies /liliManage the financial oversight of Business Unit investments, including forecasting and fixed asset compliance in line with Group and SOX requirements /liliDrive cash flow planning, forecasting and improvement actions to support the Business Unit’s financial performance /liliSupport month‑end and quarter‑end closing activities, ensure SOX compliance, contribute to audits and participate in strategic and continuous improvement initiatives. /li /ulh3Your Profile /h3ulliDegree in Finance Accounting and/or Business Administration /lili5 years of experience in a similar position within an industrial environment and international business /liliExtensive experience of forecasting process, month‑end closing and reporting in an international group environment /liliIn depth knowledge of financial accounting standard (US Gaap) and internal audit/SOX requirements /liliExcellent command of Excel and other corporate tools (SAP, Citrix) /liliStrong communication skills and ability to communicate and coordinate with various stakeholders /liliCapacity to drive financial results towards strategic goals as well as continuous improvement mindset to challenge status‑quo /liliAbility to work in a dynamic environment, agility and pragmatism /liliDemonstration of ownership and accountability on financial process to lead cross‑functional initiatives /liliFluent in both French and English /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr