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Alstom

3d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • Zürich

AI generated summary

  • You need a finance/accounting degree, experience in accounting/budgeting, proficiency in SAP and MS Office, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English. Team player with good communication is essential.
  • You will control expenses, coordinate budgets, support financial presentations, analyze deviations, manage forex, assist in monthly reviews, and contribute to closing activities and the budget process.

Requirements

  • Educational Requirements
  • Finance or Accounting degree required
  • Technical Knowledge / Experience
  • Experience in accounting, forecasting and budgeting preferably in an international group
  • Good business acumen
  • Ability to use integrated financial systems.
  • SAP (FI/CO/PS)
  • MS Office
  • Core Skills
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Finance knowledge
  • Knowledge of Alstom Processes highly desirable
  • Behavioural Competencies
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong team player
  • Agile
  • Inclusive
  • Responsible
  • Fluent in English

Responsibilities

  • Control expenses in accordance with Internal Control rules and instructions
  • Coordinate with the R&D/Sustaining/Tender Program Managers when Budget is allocated
  • Support Financial presentation for the Function reviews (i.e. PRB)
  • Support in R&O Evaluations
  • Participating in Closing activities: Monitor the month end timetable and coordinate month end activities within the team (AP, PC, Reporting)
  • Deviation / alert analysis and supporting the financial performance of the site with pertinent analysis, recommendations and actions
  • Provide accurate Data for the Budget Process
  • Forex management – management of hedging relations and Teranga reporting of FX exposure
  • Support month end closing and Teranga reporting of relevant packs (Actual, Forecast, Budget)
  • Support the budget process / TYP at unit level
  • Assist the Site Controller in monthly business reviews

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Financial Controller position at Alstom?

The Financial Controller supports the Site Controller in implementing Alstom's processes and directives related to R&D, Tender, and CAPEX, as well as managing hosted headcount reporting and controlling.

What kind of organization is Alstom?

Alstom is a world leader in the railway sector, focusing on innovations aimed at reducing CO2 emissions and providing equipment and systems for public transport in Switzerland.

What is the size and focus of the Zurich site?

The Zurich site has approximately 320 full-time equivalents (FTE) and functions as an engineering site that hosts management and group functions, along with one of Alstom's innovation centers.

Who does the Financial Controller report to?

The Financial Controller reports hierarchically to the Zurich Site Controller.

What are the responsibilities of the Financial Controller?

Responsibilities include controlling expenses, coordinating budget allocations, supporting financial presentations and evaluations, participating in closing activities, analyzing deviations, providing data for the budget process, managing forex, and assisting the Site Controller in monthly business reviews.

What educational background is required for this position?

A finance or accounting degree is required.

What technical knowledge and experience are preferred for the Financial Controller role?

Experience in accounting, forecasting, and budgeting is preferred, particularly in an international group. Familiarity with integrated financial systems, SAP (FI/CO/PS), and MS Office is also important.

What core skills are necessary for this role?

Excellent analytical skills, finance knowledge, and knowledge of Alstom processes are highly desirable.

What behavioral competencies are expected from the Financial Controller?

Good communication skills, being a strong team player, and demonstrating agility, inclusivity, and responsibility are expected.

What language proficiency is required for the role?

Fluency in English is required.

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Alstom

Mobility by nature

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Alstom commits to contribute to a low carbon future by developing and promoting innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that people enjoy riding. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, Alstom offers its diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. With its presence in 63 countries and a talent base of over 80,000 people from 175 nationalities, the company focuses its design, innovation, and project management skills to where mobility solutions are needed most.