Financial Controller

Job Description - Financial Controller (0069K7)Job DescriptionFinancial Controller-0069K7Make the most of your energy in a career at Schneider ElectricCompany ProfileAt Schneider, we believe access to energy and digital is a basic human right. We empower all to make the most of their energy and resources, ensuring Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment.We provide energy and automation digital solutions for efficiency and sustainability. We combine world-leading energy technologies, real-time automation, software and services into integrated solutions for Homes, Buildings, Data Centers, Infrastructure and Industries.We are committed to unleash the infinite possibilities of an open, global, innovative community that is passionate about our Meaningful Purpose, Inclusive and Empowered values.Process Automation is a global business unit building value in today's ever-changing industrial world by forging new connections among people, processes and technologies.

Schneider Electric's process automation solutions help our customers to drive their operations to higher and higher value utilising proven Schneider Electric technology and expertise enabling success. An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Process Automation (PA) business unit for an experienced Finance Controller to join our Finance team, operating as part of the North Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa Hub (NESSA) team. You can be based in our office in Crawley or any other Schneider Electric office in UK but you need to be willing to travel to Crawley when required.Your mission:This role will be instrumental in the key financial control of the UK Hub, as well as acting as the key controller in the UK&I team.

The position will report to Hub Finance Business Partner and will operate as part of the Hub Finance team.Deep knowledge of accounting standards is essential; the ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate sound analytical skills whilst also showing a proactive approach to their work. Working with the FP&A controller and the wider Finance team the successful candidate will be expected to contribute towards the development of a compelling vision and then deliver that vision to inspire and motivate the Finance team to drive the business forward to achieve our goals. Combining these qualities with a demonstrable strong and disciplined business acumen.

Amongst many factors, success will be dependent on having a sharp eye for detail and the tenacity required to succeed.As an experienced Accounting professional, this position will be the focal point of Schneider Electric Process Automation's financial controlling across a wide range of industry sectors including oil and gas, pharmaceutical, power and nuclear, food and beverage as well as water and utilities, automotive and energy. Your main responsibilities:Act as the key interface between Finance and the wider business to ensure accuracy of reporting and early disclosure of any issues (positive or negative).Look at continual process improvement, to ensure efficiency in the way both Finance and the Projects team work.Review and update the hedging requirements of the business as needed for projects.Month end dutiesStandard journals.Interco reconciliation.Ensure HFM completion.SFC analysis and forecast.Produce the statutory accounts for UK&I business.Engage with ad-hoc projects as and when they are introduced during the year.Handle all tax and VAT returns as required.Coordination of National Statistics forms.Act as the liaison point for auditors.Manage and maintain the Genpact FA relationship Manage and maintain the Genpact FBS relationshipEnsure all AP and AR activities are up-to-date.Central point for all KICS controls.Assist the Finance Business Partner with any aspects of month end as required.Maintain and build upon the good business relationships already held within the hub.Assist the FP&A Controller with any SFC queries as required.About you: You must be a fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) with some years post qualified experience.Strong financial accounting background, with good understanding of POC accounting and IFRS Standards. Strong ability to develop and maintain customer relationships (internal and external).Good knowledge of foreign currency.

Innovative, creative and flexible in your approach.Highly self-motivated, proactive, driven and ambitious.A high level of accuracy and attention to detail in your work.You must have a strong written and oral communication skills SAP and HFM Essbase experience preferred, but not essential.Our offer You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with significant personal responsibility and flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working lifeOptimal support on your career path through regular training opportunitiesA dynamic and personal atmosphere, working with a global teamA company culture that encourages performance and cooperationAn attractive compensation package including the comprehensive fringe benefits expected of an international companyWe are an employer that is characterized by both the appreciation and equal opportunities of our employees, a recipe for generating success.Every day, we empower employees to achieve more and experience exciting careers. Find out how our values and unique position make Schneider Electric the employer of choice - apply online now Diversity is our heritage and our future. Be a part of it.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

#LI-AP2Primary Location:GB-England-CrawleySchedule:Full-timeUnposting Date:Aug 28, 2020, 7:59:00 PM