About the Role As a Controller (Junior), you will support and facilitate the decision-making process of the team by providing sound financial and business insight. You will be responsible for the co-ordination of the controlling processes in the plant and for the preparation of regular updates. We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk. What You Will Do• Close monthly actuals according to the accounting standards, analyzing gaps and deviations, and drive corrective actions if necessary.• Report monthly closing and follow up on main KPIs.• Deliver annual financial Budget and quarterly forecast.• Follow-up Working Capital.• Challenge and support the local management team and other departments in day-to-day activities and in all financial aspects.• You will play key role of communication and discussion with Team members and other financial functions in the company.• Set up monthly final account for the Site, in accordance with local statutory and Essity PC's instructions and guidelines.• Continuously analyze deviations of financial result, support to drive and follow up actions to improve financial results.• Responsible for Capex follow-up and ownership of plants assets regarding content and valuation• Responsible for driving long term strategy goals, yearly budget, forecast and AP-process.• Secure that reporting rules being maintained and followed.• Follow controlling standards and other Essity policies such as MICR and legal regulations. Who You Are• University degree in Finance; CA(SA) is an added advantage • Must have at least 1-2 years in Finance/Controlling in a manufacturing environment• Must be proficient in Excel and ERP systems. SAP experience is an added advantage• Must be strong in data analysis and numerical reasoning skills• Must have excellent problem solving skills• Must have strong and adaptable communication skills in English What We Can Offer YouAt Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total rewardsTogether, we are improving lives, every day.Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.
