Job Title – Business Controller – Commercial
Location - Lisbon, Portugal
Hours - 40
About The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Controller overseeing our Commercial function to join our SDO team in Lisbon. As a Business Controller – Commercial, you will oversee internal day-to-day financial and business controlling & analytics operations. This role involves collaboration with various departments—Group Finance, Shared Services, Finance Business Partners, Operations, and the Business—to conduct analysis and provide insights that contribute to strategic decision-making.
What Will You Be Responsible For?
1. Conduct financial controlling on P/L and B/S, and across various product groups, areas, countries, and brands.
2. Ensure the accuracy of IP (Intercompany Profit) elimination processes.
3. Perform business controlling—explain deviations and identify their causes in collaboration with Finance Business Partners.
4. Update and manage monthly Business Summary Review (BSR) reports.
5. Monthly controlling of Cognos load in Tabular.
6. Prepare, transform, and upload forecast data into financial planning software (Jedox) by consolidating input from different systems.
7. Support Finance Business Partners in Commercial with reports and ad-hoc presentations.
8. Proactively raise issues or concerns that could impact performance within timelines.
9. Identify opportunities for process improvement within the business controlling function and implement streamlined processes.
10. Participate in functional and technical training related to ERP systems and consolidation tools to enhance capabilities.
Skills and Experience Required
1. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance; MBA, CMA, or CPA preferred.
2. 3-5 years of relevant controlling or FP&A experience.
3. Strong understanding of financial, management reporting, and controlling activities.
4. Experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP S/4 HANA) and proficiency in Excel.
5. Experience with consolidation and forecasting tools (e.g., IBM Cognos, Jedox) is a plus.
6. Strategic thinking and strong analytical skills.
7. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
8. Positive and curious mindset.
9. Experience in a Shared Service Center or multinational environment is a plus.
What Is On Offer?
As a colleague at Scandinavian Tobacco Group, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package. Benefits vary across regions; our recruiting team can provide more details.
Our Hiring Process
Before hiring, your application will be reviewed by our recruiting team against the role's competencies. If suitable, you will proceed through:
* Recruiter Screen
* Hiring Manager Interview
* Behavioral Assessment
* Leadership Interview
About Scandinavian Tobacco Group
With a heritage dating back 250 years, we operate in over 100 countries with more than 10,000 employees. We offer iconic brands like Signature, Cohiba, Macanudo, CAO, Partagas, and recently entered smokeless tobacco via XQS. Our focus is on sustainability and reducing our environmental footprint. We foster a culture that leverages our collective strengths to achieve excellence.
Please note: This is a direct search conducted exclusively by Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept agency applications or offer compensation for unsolicited CVs.
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