Business Controller, Volvo Cars Canada

at  Volvo Cars AB

READY TO INSPIRE CHANGE?

Do you step forward when opportunity arises? What can you see that others don’t, in those around you? We’re on the lookout for inspirational managers who want to bring out the best in their people. If you can inspire a team and guide people towards growth, this is your chance. The world of mobility is changing. Come and make your mark.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO VOLVO

• Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting/business-related field.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems (SAP and HFM experience preferred), along with advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel & PowerPoint in particular); Power BI and Copilot knowledge is a plus.
• 5+ years relevant experience in FP&A with proven advanced analytical skills in financial data, detail orientation, and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Proven record of working with a team in a highly collaborative environment that spans across multiple business functions.
• Ability to effectively communicate financial results and their associated implications to all levels of management.
• Strong organization and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple concurrent high-priority projects while meeting deadlines, being a team player, and seeking continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to automate reporting with continuous new ideas to improve efficiency.
• High standards of accuracy and precision, operational discipline, and the ability to deliver against tight deadlines.
• Flexibility, multi-tasking, creative thinking, and good business judgment are essential to meet strict deadlines.
• High level of mental agility with the ability to connect the dots and offer solutions to problems.

• Accurately consolidate, submit, and perform analysis of actual results, annual business plans and forecasts.
• Provide analysis of financial performance vs. budget/forecast and prior/sequential actual periods.
• Evaluate major drivers and fluctuations for period variances and other relevant benchmarks in a timely manner and review with local management.
• Build business partner relationships to work closely with business owners on understanding their expenses each month and coordinate monthly forecasts to be within the approved plan.
• Produce timely and accurate monthly financial performance packages for distribution to the executive management team.
• Continuous maintenance and upkeep of full year profit outlook to bring awareness of changes and potential risks and opportunities to annual market earnings targets.
• Oversee fixed assets for the company.
• Drive financial rigor and discipline for strategic investments.