Company:** Hitachi, Ltd.
Job Summary
The OU Controller at Hitachi, Ltd. will be responsible for the overall financial management and integrity of a specific Operating Unit (OU), ensuring robust financial reporting, effective cost control, and strategic financial planning in alignment with company objectives.Job Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage all financial operations within the assigned Operating Unit, including general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
- Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, IFRS, and local statutory regulations.
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for the OU, guaranteeing accurate and timely financial statements.
- Develop and implement robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
- Partner with OU leadership to provide financial insights, analyze business performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support strategic decision-making.
- Manage the budget and forecasting cycles for the OU, including detailed variance analysis and actionable recommendations.
- Drive cost optimization initiatives and identify areas for efficiency improvements within the OU.
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure planning for the Operating Unit.
- Support internal and external audits, ensuring all financial records are well-maintained and readily available.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals within the Operating Unit.
- Collaborate with other corporate finance functions and business units to ensure seamless financial operations and reporting.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional accounting designation strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or controller role within a multinational corporation.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and local accounting principles.
- Proven experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and present clear, concise recommendations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively partner with senior leadership.
- Strong leadership capabilities with experience in managing and developing finance teams.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Experience in the technology, manufacturing, or similar industry within a large enterprise is highly desirable.
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.