Duties and Responsibilities:

 

• Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting:
  • Lead the creation and ongoing management of comprehensive financial forecasts and budgets
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of financial data to uncover trends, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive business performance and support informed decision-making.
  • Prepare and disseminate accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements
  • Manage Orders controlling process incl. margin analysis pre- and post-calculation and be responsible for cost centers accounting practice
  • Perform in-depth financial analyses to evaluate the feasibility and potential impact of specific projects, initiatives, and business opportunities
  • Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to assess the financial implications of various business scenarios
  • Collaborate in the implementation and ongoing maintenance of robust financial planning and analysis systems and tools
  • Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function
  • Collaborate in the development and maintenance of annual budgets for the company and individual departments
  • Proactively monitor budget variances and take corrective action as necessary
  • Develop accurate financial forecasts and projections to support strategic planning
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis:
    • Generate comprehensive financial reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual) for management and stakeholders
    • Conduct in-depth financial data analysis to inform strategic decision-making
    • Ensure data accuracy and integrity through rigorous transaction review and posting
    • Analyze customer and vendor relationships by monitoring account aging and identifying potential risks
    • Perform in-depth financial analyses to evaluate the feasibility and impact of key projects and initiatives
    • Streamline the monthly/quarterly/annual financial close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting
    • Assist in the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
    • Prepare insightful variance reports to analyze budget performance and identify areas for improvement
    • Monitor and analyze key financial metrics to identify trends and opportunities for growth
    • Develop compelling financial reports and presentations for management and stakeholders
• Other Duties:
  • Liaise with external auditors and other stakeholders
  • Participate in special projects related to accounting and finance
  • Represent the organization in meetings with auditors and other external stakeholders
  • Stay up-to-date on finance and accounting best practices and emerging technologies
  • Identify and implement cost-effective measures

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field3-5 years of experience in years of experience in a financial planning, analysis, and reporting roleMultinational organizations background is a plusStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skillsProficient in accounting software and financial modeling toolsExceptional organizational and analytical skillsEnglish language proficiency is necessaryTechnical Skills:Proficient in ERP Systems (e.g., SAP Business One and/or S4/HANA) and financial modeling tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI)Experience with financial planning and analysis software (e.g., SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP BI)Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting principlesExcellent IT and MS Office skillsAdditional Note:This challenging role requires strong technical skills, a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyShared values and behavior help to shape and foster cooperation within a company. They inform work processes at KSB and the way we deal with our customers and other partners: they are the basis for our shared success. Our values and behavior serve to guide the decisions and actions of our managers and employees. What is important is to keep our overall principles and values in focus