Assistant Business Controller

5 months ago

Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom Atlas Copco Full time
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Due to the increase in sales from the complex software side of our business and the need to clean SAP Master data as well the prepare our organisation for the future implementation of SAP, a need has arisen to augment Business Control with a new role. 

Job Purpose:
Providing excellent business data, analytical tools and analytical skills. This will ensure support to the Business Controller to improve, analyse, and safeguard the assets and provide overall business control from finance, procedural, prokura and FAM point of view. 

Key Responsibilities:

To support the Business Controller with month, quarter and year-end preparation, reporting and generation of both internal and Group Scorecards. Reviewing the financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with FAM. Initiate and follow up corrective actions when needed. Utilize and share leading practices through interaction with other parts of the Group.To support the safeguarding of all our assets, review, follow-up and improve internal control processes, with a special focus on Stock and WIP – ensuring procedures are robust and followed, with regular stock checks and stock levels matched or adjusted in a timely manner. As well as providing an update on Divisional targets.Debtors – support credit control in the efficient collection of debts as well as implementing procedural changes that have been flagged up as causing delays in customer payments.Analyse and administrate the cost (AMP) and price updates (ARP) to ensure changes have been applied correctly. Including forecasting the changes and comparing them to the outcome to ensure we are in line with Divisional goals. Develop and improve the outsourced accounts payables function to ensure that costs are authorised in line with company prokura, accounted for on the correct line for COGS or FC and suppliers are paid in a timely way.Ensure legal, financial and tax reporting and auditing matters are complied with and limiting the company’s financial exposure.Coordinate with external auditors and internal auditors.Develop processes and procedures to assist the QSHE in collating records such as Training records, Method statements, and risk assessments as well as enhancing and rolling out the customer questionnaire being developed by QSHE. Investigate and implement QSHE KPIs as suggested by the QSHE department.Communicate and liaise with internal suppliers such as Atlas Copco Business Services and colleagues to ensure the business is supported in the best possible way.Participate with other ad hoc projects as deemed necessary.You will report to the Business Controller.

Experience/knowledge Requirements:

You will need to be flexible in your approach, with an eye for detail, understand the importance of standardised procedures and have a desire to identify and implement process improvements.This is a demanding role where applicants must be organised and accurate in their work, whilst able to meet tight daily deadlines. You will need to rapidly integrate immediate and high levels of performance will be required.Sales office experience is advantageous, previous SAP experience would be particularly advantageousYou will be well presented, with an excellent telephone manner.The following requirements are essential:Experience working in an office environmentExcellent understanding of company procedures and processesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong planning and organising skillsAbility to manage and prioritise workload Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Word and ExcelSAP knowledge and experienceExcellent telephone mannerThe following requirements are desirable:Sales company experienceKnowledge of the Tools industryMicrosoft PowerPoint experience

Competencies:

The following requirements are essential:Adaptability – the ability to modify a style to achieve results and maintain effectiveness.Creative Thinking – Ability to identify alternatives to current thinking. Ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to problemsCommunication - Ability to express ideas and receive and exchange information clearlyPlanning & Organising - Ability to establish and implement a systematic course of action to achieve an objective effectively and efficientlyTeamwork - Utilizing appropriate interpersonal styles and methods during group interactions.Quality - Ability to promote, develop and maintain a culture conducive to quality throughout the organisation; and to improve its performanceCustomer-focused - Maintain a clear focus on customer satisfaction; take action when needed to meet the expectations of the customer. The following requirements are desirable:Business Focus - Understands and shows an awareness of the link between their role and the business. Critical Thinking - Ability to reason logically and to recognise assumptions; to evaluate options and reach sound decisions.Impact & Influence - Ability to positively persuade, convince and impress others to achieve results.Integrity - Ability to maintain organisational, ethical and social values in all business activities.Technical Knowledge - Having an understanding and an ability to use technical/professional knowledge & information, including relevant IT skills.

Educational requirements:

The following requirements are essential:Good general standard of education The following requirements are desirable: High-grade Mathematics and English qualifications

Country and city description:
The applicant must live within a commutable distance of Hemel Hempstead.

In return, we offer you:

We offer a diverse working environment that is collaborative and aims to create a workplace where you will be valued, proud, empowered, respected, developed and rewarded.Training from day one, with at least 40 hours of training offered per year.A satisfying career – You remain in the 'driver's seat' to map out and shape your own career. You will have access to global job opportunities, as part of the Atlas Copco Group.We offer a benefits package including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement benefits, free parking and an on-site gym.

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