Finance Business Partner / Business Controller (m/f/d) - Temporary / Maternity Cover

Our solutions are a key part of most industries - electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow. We are seeking a committed Business Controller for a parental leave replacement of at least one year. As a Business Controller, your mission is to oversee the ITBA Business Lines Service (SCE) and Genral Industry (GIN) of the Customer Center supporting the Business Line Managers in effective decision-making. This role safeguards internal controls to protect company assets while identifying areas for improvement. Part of Finance Department, you will support the financial systems, reporting, tax planning, budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and investment analysis. By collaborating with various departments, the Business Controller ensures that strategies and business plans are developed, implemented, and monitored to drive sustainable and profitable growth. You will report to the Business Controlling Manager ITBA. You will:

• Ensure SCE and GIN business and internal controls comply with “The Way We Do Things” and effectively safeguard company assets and ensure compliance, accuracy and operational efficiency
• Oversee compliance with local statutory regulations and legal requirements, confirmed through external audits; report to government departments and regulatory entities as required.
• Provide Business Line Manager with regular, concise, and insightful dashboards featuring key business indicators, highlights, and potential risks to guide decision-making.
• Lead and coordinate SCE and GIN financial reporting activities (monthly, quarterly, and annual) in alignment with Group requirements.
• Support the development of companywide and divisional business plans, including defining financial budgets and targets; review, monitor and control the planning process.
• Proactively identify and escalate potential risks, draft corrective action plans and oversee their implementation and follow-up as needed.
• Assist in preparing for and actively participate in Business Review Meetings, and Business Board Meetings.
• Collaborate with all departments to facilitate business improvements and implement ERP best practices with goal to maximize profitability.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement. What matters most is your motivation, analytical mindset and willingness to learn. Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of five years of relevant experience in the financial area.
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP) with the ability to apply understanding to products, markets, and sales processes. Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint), advanced Excel skills, working with complex Dataset and Power Pivot/Power Query, and experience with ERP systems and BI tools (e.g. SAP, Power BI), internal reporting tools (GPS).
• Education: University degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or equivalent experience).
• Skills: Proactive, detail-oriented, results-driven, with strong leadership capabilities. Able to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, empower and delegate to a team, and demonstrate genuine interest in business operations and management processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience within the Atlas Copco Group or other multinational sales and service companies. Proficient with ERP systems with preference SAP.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with Atlas Copco Finance and Administration requirements (FAM) as defined in “The Way We Do Things”.
• Skills: Dynamic performer motivated by challenges, with strong negotiation skills.
• Language: Fluent in English (German is an advantage, but not required) In return, we offer
• Creative freedom and security: Look forward to diverse and engaging tasks, short decision-making paths, appreciation for your ideas and skills, as well as an attractive compensation package including a company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits.
• Time for personal fulfillment and family: We guarantee flexible, hybrid working models, 30 days of annual leave, and special leave for important personal occasions.
• Training opportunities and personal development prospects: Take advantage of the wide range of learning opportunities offered by our ACademy, including LinkedIn Learning, and become part of exciting, interdisciplinary, and international projects.
• Strong community and sense of belonging: We celebrate shared successes at team and company events, actively promote knowledge and experience sharing, and ensure that you will quickly integrate and find support.
• Health and well-being at the core: We offer activity-based working, ergonomic office equipment, dedicated health promotion programs and courses, confidential counseling services for all life situations, company bike leasing, and much more.
• Diversity, sustainability, and environmental awareness: Your engagement in various internal and external initiatives is welcome, and together we strive to make the world a better place.
• State-of-the-art technology and convenience: A laptop and smartphone for both business and private use, free parking, and excellent public transport connections.
• Additional perks and benefits: Monthly changing offers through our corporate benefits program, access to the TÜV Nord canteen, as well as free fruit and hot beverages.Job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our office in Essen, Germany.Contact information Talent Acquisition Team: Margarete Aufermann