Controller - Temporary Position
h3bJOB DESCRIPTION: /b /h3 h3bPosition Summary /b /h3 pWe are seeking an experienced and hands-on bInterim Country Controller /b to support our Italy Greece operations on a bfixed-term basis /b. Reporting to the Region South Controller EP, this role is responsible for ensuring continuity of financial leadership across both markets, providing strong financial stewardship, business partnering, and governance during a key phase for the organization. /p pThe successful candidate will lead all core controlling activities, oversee planning and reporting cycles, ensure compliance with corporate policies and local statutory requirements, and provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making. Acting as a trusted advisor to both finance and commercial stakeholders, the Interim Country Controller will play a critical role in driving business performance, maintaining a robust control environment, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function. /p pThe role requires a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who can effectively balance operational excellence with strategic thinking, influence senior stakeholders, and lead a high-performing finance team in a dynamic and matrixed international environment. /p h3bPosition: Interim Country Controller Italy Greece (Fixed-Term Contract) /b /h3 pbLocation: /b Milan, Italybr/bReporting to: /b Region South Controller EP /p h3bKey Responsibilities /b /h3 ul liAct as a trusted finance business partner, providing financial insight and constructive challenge to support operational and commercial decision-making. /li liDeliver in-depth financial analysis and develop complex forecasts, reports, and recommendations to enable informed and timely management decisions. /li liLead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic priorities.
/li liEnsure the accuracy, integrity, and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, driving timely resolution of outstanding issues. /li liOversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in accordance with accounting policies and reporting requirements. /li liReview and analyze financial performance, including PL, balance sheet, and key business metrics, identifying risks, opportunities, and trends. /li liPerform detailed variance analyses against budget, forecast, and prior-year results, providing actionable insights to management. /li liPrepare and present financial performance reviews, management reports, and executive presentations for the leadership team. /li liMaintain a robust internal control framework and ensure compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. /li liDrive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems, controls, and reporting activities. /li liLead and coordinate priority finance projects, ensuring effective execution and alignment with business needs. /li liManage relationships with shared services, auditors, and regional finance teams to ensure efficient and compliant financial operations. /li liPlan, prioritize, and allocate workload across the team to ensure resources are utilized effectively and key deadlines are consistently met. /li liProvide direct people management, coaching, and development support to the FPA Analyst,
fostering a culture of high performance and continuous growth. /li /ul h3bEducation Competencies /b /h3 ul liProven ability to influence decision-making at management level and drive change across finance and commercial functions. /li liStrong business partnering capabilities, with the ability to challenge and support stakeholders in a constructive manner. /li liAdvanced analytical skills and proven experience in managing large data sets and leveraging data-driven insights. /li liStrong knowledge of Excel and experience with financial planning and reporting systems such as Hyperion, Dodeca, or similar platforms. /li liSolid accounting, compliance, and internal control expertise, ideally gained within a Big 4 environment, Internal Audit, or a comparable finance leadership role. /li liDemonstrated experience leading business transformation and process improvement initiatives. /li liStrong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear business insights. /li liNative or equivalent proficiency in Italian and fluency in written and spoken English. /li liCollaborative mindset with the ability to operate effectively within a matrix organization and across diverse stakeholder groups. /li liPrevious people management experience with a focus on coaching, development, and team engagement. /li /ul h3bThe base pay for this position is /b /h3 pN/A /p pIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. /p h3bJOB FAMILY: /b /h3 pFinancial Planning and Analysis /p h3bDIVISION: /b /h3 pEP Electrophysiology /p h3bLOCATION: /b /h3 pItaly Milan : Viale Edison 110, Edison Park Centre /p h3bADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: /b /h3 h3bWORK SHIFT: /b /h3 pStandard /p h3bTRAVEL: /b /h3 pNot specified /p h3bMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: /b /h3 pNot Applicable /p h3bSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: /b /h3 pNot Applicable /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
/li liEnsure the accuracy, integrity, and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, driving timely resolution of outstanding issues. /li liOversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in accordance with accounting policies and reporting requirements. /li liReview and analyze financial performance, including PL, balance sheet, and key business metrics, identifying risks, opportunities, and trends. /li liPerform detailed variance analyses against budget, forecast, and prior-year results, providing actionable insights to management. /li liPrepare and present financial performance reviews, management reports, and executive presentations for the leadership team. /li liMaintain a robust internal control framework and ensure compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. /li liDrive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems, controls, and reporting activities. /li liLead and coordinate priority finance projects, ensuring effective execution and alignment with business needs. /li liManage relationships with shared services, auditors, and regional finance teams to ensure efficient and compliant financial operations. /li liPlan, prioritize, and allocate workload across the team to ensure resources are utilized effectively and key deadlines are consistently met. /li liProvide direct people management, coaching, and development support to the FPA Analyst,
fostering a culture of high performance and continuous growth. /li /ul h3bEducation Competencies /b /h3 ul liProven ability to influence decision-making at management level and drive change across finance and commercial functions. /li liStrong business partnering capabilities, with the ability to challenge and support stakeholders in a constructive manner. /li liAdvanced analytical skills and proven experience in managing large data sets and leveraging data-driven insights. /li liStrong knowledge of Excel and experience with financial planning and reporting systems such as Hyperion, Dodeca, or similar platforms. /li liSolid accounting, compliance, and internal control expertise, ideally gained within a Big 4 environment, Internal Audit, or a comparable finance leadership role. /li liDemonstrated experience leading business transformation and process improvement initiatives. /li liStrong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear business insights. /li liNative or equivalent proficiency in Italian and fluency in written and spoken English. /li liCollaborative mindset with the ability to operate effectively within a matrix organization and across diverse stakeholder groups. /li liPrevious people management experience with a focus on coaching, development, and team engagement. /li /ul h3bThe base pay for this position is /b /h3 pN/A /p pIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. /p h3bJOB FAMILY: /b /h3 pFinancial Planning and Analysis /p h3bDIVISION: /b /h3 pEP Electrophysiology /p h3bLOCATION: /b /h3 pItaly Milan : Viale Edison 110, Edison Park Centre /p h3bADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: /b /h3 h3bWORK SHIFT: /b /h3 pStandard /p h3bTRAVEL: /b /h3 pNot specified /p h3bMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: /b /h3 pNot Applicable /p h3bSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: /b /h3 pNot Applicable /p #J-18808-Ljbffr