Do you want to work for a dynamic hygiene and health company where you get to collaborate with stakeholders across the globe? Are you a change-oriented and digital-savvy Business Controller with drive and a collaborative mindset? We offer you a challenging role where you will provide insightful business analysis and financial forecasts while contributing to the success of the Group Business Control function and the development of Essity’s strategy.
Essity – a leading global hygiene and health company and the home of brands like Libero, TENA, Libresse, Tork, Sorbact and JOBST is offering an exciting and challenging opportunity for you who want to contribute with your expertise, energy and curiosity.
About the role
We are looking for a driven, analytical and committed Business Controller to become part of the Group Business Control team during an 11-month period (with great chances of extending), to strengthen the team and cover for a parental leave. The team today consists of five people who actively contribute to provide insightful business analysis that supports decision making by Executive Management and the Board of Directors. We provide analysis to support external financial communication and contribute to develop Essity´s strategy by delivering accurate financial planning and forecasts.
The position reports to one of the Directors within Group Business Control and will be located at the Essity head office in Stockholm. The head office includes the Executive Management and Group Staff Functions such as Finance, Legal Affairs, Strategy & Business Development, Human Resources and Communications. Around 130 specialists work in an international environment where business processes are promoted through the global networks in the 60 countries where Essity is represented. Flexibility is important to us, which is why we believe in a hybrid workplace philosophy. Our office environment is modern with a culture focusing on collaboration, innovation, well-being and care, development and commitment.
We’re looking for people who embrace our values and 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 would love to talk.
Want to get a glimpse of our culture? Check out our Essence of Essity film here.
What you will do
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Produce insightful analysis and presentation material that in an effective and efficient manner explains business performance.
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Active analytical and reporting involvement in the financial planning process.
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Responsible for executing and continuously improve defined processes.
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Act as a speaking partner in the global controlling network on technical solutions and controlling methodologies.
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Responsible for driving own projects.
Who you are
To succeed in this role, you need a strong analytical mindset, the ability to interpret figures, and a knack for recommending actions. You see solutions where others see challenges and continuously seek improvement. You are self-motivated, driven, and curious to learn and develop in new areas. In our international matrix organization, you need to manage complexity, embrace change, and handle ambiguity. You connect multiple dots into a holistic view, draw conclusions, and convey clear messages. Organized and proactive, you prioritize effectively and make fact-based decisions. You thrive working independently, relying on your experience, but also enjoy collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders. You build relationships on trust, integrity, and respect, engaging and inspiring those around you.
You have:
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University degree in Finance, Business or equivalent
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3-5 years of relevant experience from Finance positions within e.g. Controlling, Management consulting, or Business Intelligence
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Advanced MS Office skills.
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Knowledge in Power BI as well as group reporting tools (AARO) is an advantage
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Fluent in English and excellent communication skills is key in our multi-cultural environment
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Experience from an FMCG environment is an advantage
Application
Interested? If you are up for the challenge and think this sounds like you, apply online today! Kindly note that due to GDPR we will not accept applications via mail.
As we will be making ongoing selections, interviews might start before the application deadline. Please use the link to apply via our career site. We may conduct background checks in the final stages of the recruitment process to verify your qualifications and fit for the role.
What We Can Offer You
Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-being, provides meaning to everything we do. Working at Essity means a chance to improve well-being for people and opportunities to drive positive change for the society and the environment. As an employee at Essity, you will belong to an organization where you feel valued and supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us
Application End Date:24 feb. 2025Job Requisition ID:Essity250868
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What We Do
Essity - a globally leading hygiene and health company, breaking barriers to well-being. Our expertise in hygiene and health began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day.
Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. Our barrier breakers innovate for good and contribute to shaping a sustainable future. At Essity, every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. At Essity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, is to enable customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life.
Our leading global brands include TENA, Tork, Actimove, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic, Vinda and Zewa. Essity has about 36,000 employees. Net sales in 2022 amounted to approximately SEK 156bn (EUR 15bn). The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden, and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity
