Business Controller, US East

Overview

This role supports the operational and financial goals for the Sales Cluster in the US East region. The position reports to the SAA Business Control Manager and collaborates closely with the Sales Manager and Sales Team to provide business analysis and help ensure execution of key activities.

Location is flexible within the US East Cluster, with regular cross-Americas interactions.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the Sales Manager and management team in US East to drive performance using financial and operational data.
• Analyze performance across total and customer levels, covering both sales and costs.
• Provide proactive recommendations for improvements, with increased focus at the end of each month and during financial forecasts.
• Lead the monthly performance management process, evaluating progress and deviations to plan.
• Follow up results and activities in the Local Business Plan, supporting strategy and resource planning.
• Coordinate quarterly forecasts and ensure ambitions are grounded in a sound macroeconomic assessment and supported by concrete sales plans.
• Develop business cases as needed for investments, customer initiatives, and efforts to improve efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business Administration or equivalent.
• 2 to 3 years of Business Controlling or similar experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, reporting, and accounting.
• High computer proficiency, especially in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to question facts and maintain comfort with continuous improvement.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to prioritize when needed.
• Flexibility and ability to remain calm under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience connecting operational activities and targets to financial results.
• Comfort working across cultural differences and collaborating with stakeholders across the Americas (including Brazil to Canada).

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive total compensation package including health, dental, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional competence development, training, and career advancement.

Location

• Flexible within the US East Cluster (US East region)
• Regular cross-Americas collaboration (e.g., Brazil to Canada).