Business Controller (Accountant) at International Flavors & Fragrances

Job Description

Business Controller is responsible for the complete process of operational analysis, planning and budgeting as well as to act as a business partner to Operations and work with regional finance team to provide business performance analysis.

Performance Area;

• Analyze and report operations performance, set targets and support efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Monitor actual results and follow up with local operations management team.
• Handle yearly budget process.
• Provide monthly update of quarterly and full year forecasts as well as pro-active actions on variances.
• Prepare management reports, i.e. Profit & Loss Forecast, Manufacturing Highlights, Variance Analysis, Profit & Loss Actual comparison against Prior Year Budget.
• Advise on investment projects and financial sign-off.
• Manage and monitor inventory and material cost.
• Control and maintain product costing system.
• Review and control capital expenditure
• Improve net working capital efficiency
• Sign off on the accuracy and completeness of the monthly P/L statement together with the Financial Controller.
• Handle various ad hoc projects

Required Skills

• Degree in Accounting/ACCA
• Knowledge and experience in SAP system
• Familiar with local tax laws.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS
• Good analytical skill
• Good team player

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing company
• Proven track record of successful Experience of financial planning, and analysis is preferred