Country Controller
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About the Position:
We are looking for the Japan Country Controller to join the GT Finance Team, reporting directly to the APAC without China Regional Finance Manager. This position is based at our Plant in Gunma.
As the Japan Country Controller at Marelli, you will be responsible for leading the finance organization in the Country (4 direct reports) and for collaborating closely with the Regional and Country leadership team to support sustainable growth and operational excellence. This role is critical in ensuring we have the foundations to allow the Businesses to be able to execute their business strategies. Some of the key responsibilities include ensuring compliance to local finance fiduciary requirements, working together with tax and treasury to have a clear country strategy, and collaborate/ partner with the Regional and Country Leadership team to enable the Businesses to deliver. The Country Controller acts as a leader and change agent for the entrusted organization.
Your Responsibilities will be:
- Develop and implement country financial strategies aligned with the Regional business objectives
- Lead the budgeting and forecasting process for the country, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company goals
- Ensure timely, accurate and consolidated financial reporting for the country, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, relevant regulations, accounting standards and tax laws
- Maintains relations with external auditors and communicates their local findings and recommendations to the appropriate organization for remediation (i.e. Business, GBS or Corporate).
- Identify and mitigate financial risks within the country
- Collaborate with other regional and country leaders and stakeholders to provide financial insights and support business decisions
- Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, providing guidance and support
What Qualifications you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Science or similar field
- At least 8-10 years of experience in Financial Controlling role or similar
- English fluency and financial eloquence to interact with all levels of the company
- Ability to identify financial data trends and make recommendations
- Ability to think strategically and develop financial plans aligned with business objectives
- Strong knowledge of financial KPIs, controlling tools, budgeting and forecasting
Other skills that we would welcome:
- Ability to lead and motivate a team of finance professional
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to various stakeholders
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations
- Deep knowledge of the main ICT tools
Expectations from you in this position:
- Responsible for the oversight of all financial operations within the County ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with both internal guidelines and external regulation
- Partner with Regional and Country Leaders to formulate strategic plans by providing financial insights and modelling to assess business opportunities and risks
- Serve as a primary point of contact for financial matters with both internal and external stakeholders
What does this position offer you:
- Regional and Country Business overview
- People management
- Strategic initiative overview
- Strong contribution to regional and country results
- Global networking at high Company level
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