Job Description

Local Division Controller & Service Controller, CanadaAt ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB story.This position reports toRegional Service ControllerYour role and responsibilitiesWe are excited to be looking for our new Controller to join the team at ABB Process Automation Business Area, Marine and Ports Division (PAMP). In this role you act both as the Local Division and Business Line Service & Digital Controller in Canada. You will act as a key business partner to the Local Business Line Manger and Local Division Manager and their management teams to drive and execute the strategy according to the business model. You will lead the finance teams to optimize the financial performance and to support effective business decisions by monitoring, analysing, and interpreting financial data to evaluate various business alternatives and recommend the most appropriate business solution to drive for profitable growth in the CA Local Business Line and lead the duties in the Local Division. In this role you report directly to the Americas Service Area Controller and functionally to the Local Division Manager in Canada. Strategy xe2x80xa2 Contributes to the definition and execution of the strategy for the Canada Local Business Line and Local Division. xe2x80xa2 Partners with relevant business leaders in determining strategy for area of responsibility (Finance) and developing implementation and monitoring plan. Business planning and forecasting xe2x80xa2 Enables strategy translation into measurable targets including main financial KPIs. xe2x80xa2 Drives business financial planning and forecasting process for the Canada Local Business Line and Local Division. Ensures compliance with timely submission of forecasts and plans. xe2x80xa2 Evaluates financial implications of various project or operational decisions, builds scenarios, and recommends actions based in facts. Business performance xe2x80xa2 Monitors progress achieved and provides necessary insight and analysis to support operational decision-making. Provides meaningful analysis of areas of utilization, absorption, rates, sales cost, travel cost, allocations, etc. xe2x80xa2 Drives appropriate cost structure, productivity optimization, and capital efficiency. Manages and closely monitors the cash flow and takes action to improve Net Working Capital. Financial Reporting xe2x80xa2 Ensures financial reporting management in accordance with defined quality standards and reporting schedules. xe2x80xa2 Has overall responsibility for correctness of unitxe2x80x99s balance sheet and income statement as well as for cash flow and monthly/quarterly forecast. Optimization xe2x80xa2 Leads cross-functional initiatives that support strategic goals. xe2x80xa2 Drives definition and implementation of global standards and business specific guidelines to ensure continuous improvement in the financial control process within own area of responsibility. Communication and knowledge sharing xe2x80xa2 Leads, provides guidance, and participates or facilitates best practice to ensure alignment and consistency of controlling practices. xe2x80xa2 Ensures timely and efficient communication with relevant internal customers to identify and discuss issues for improvement of operations, work quality and efficiency for area of responsibility. Integrity, Internal Controls xe2x80xa2 Ensures transparency in financial reporting and disclosures and implements efficient internal controls required by ABB and USGAAP. xe2x80xa2 Promotes integrity on the business agenda within local and regional team and local operations. xe2x80xa2 Supports internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations (if any) on priority Risk Management xe2x80xa2 Assesses business risk exposure and defines risk mitigation strategies to reduce impact on business performance (FX, bonds, etc). xe2x80xa2 Executes global risk review procedures and processes to minimize financial risk and exposure Contract and Proposal Review xe2x80xa2 Reviews orders and contract specifics to verify accuracy versus proposal and/or standards xe2x80xa2 Advises on financial and commercial aspects of proposals, contractual terms and conditions, risk reviews, contract structuring, tax issues, cashflow analysis, and other relevant issues. Reviews and approves full cost model and price lists which ever applicable and comply with Global Risk Review guideline People and Leadership xe2x80xa2 Supervises finance teams while displaying ABBxe2x80x99s values. xe2x80xa2 Ensures that the area of responsibility is organized, staffed, and properly skilled. Striving to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the team. Guides, motivates and develops direct/indirect subordinates within HR policiesQualifications for the role

• Bachelorxe2x80x99s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 5 years related experience.
• Strong commercial & business acumen.
• Excellent knowledge of finance processes and tools, including SAP.
• Proven ability to solve problems using structured approach.
• Good analytical, communication and leadership skills.
• Recognized as great team player and appreciated for collaboration and business partnering skills.
• Highly proactive and result driven attitude with the ability to influence, communicate and network in a complex international matrixed organization.

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Accident insurance
• Healthcare plan
• Wellbeing program

More about usWe look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. For the ninth consecutive year, ABB Canada has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes magazine. Consistently ranked as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Montreal's Best Employers, Canada's Best Employers for Young People, Canada's Greenest Employers and a long-time recipient of the Women in Governance Parity Certification, ABB's culture and commitment is to provide a caring workplace where everyone collaborates, feels valued, respected, included and supported. Also committed to ensuring that all policies and practices respect the Employment Equity Program, we aim for our workforce to be truly representative of the four designated groups; women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities. ABB will provide reasonable accommodation to the applicant with disabilities and encourage applicants to self-identify in the application process. ABB's Military Reservist Policy offers Canada's Reserve Force members the flexibility to undergo military training and activities while maintaining job security, seniority, pay, benefits, and privileges as ABB employees, including up to 15 paid working days per year for training, as well as extended leave for operations both in Canada and abroad, ensuring seamless career integration with our nation's defense forces.

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