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We are looking for FP&A Controller whose focus will be supporting the $1B ELIP US region in providing reliable and timely analysis of Region's financial results, budgets, and forecasts in order to support the Region Leadership in decision making processes. The Controller will also support optimizing the complete value chain of controlling activities as well as drive the business to improve performance in a sustainable manner by bringing additional transparency to region performance on key KPI's. This person will focus on Product Margin and Product Margin Analysis - and would benefit from having a background supporting P&Ls, cost margins, mix analysis, etc.

This position is preferred to be filled with a candidate located near a major ABB office location (specifically Memphis, TN / Cary, NC / Atlanta, GA) and working a hybrid-remote work schedule. Remote candidates located in the EST and CST time zones will also be considered. #LI-Hybrid

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement by challenging existing practices and optimizing region-specific processes to align with the global fast-close framework. Demonstrate strong expertise in the SAP Torque system and maintain adaptability to new applications, enabling greater automation, enhanced insights, and improved process efficiency.

• Financial Analysis: Analyze actual results versus budget and forecast, identifying variances and key drivers. Deliver actionable insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency. Ensures high quality and compliance of financial data and business information in line with defined ABB standards.

• Internal Controls and Compliance: Support the US region's compliance with Sarbanes Oxley [SOX], US GAAP and all ABB policies. Taking the lead as needed and driving sustainable alignment with Accounting Policy, Internal Controls and Assurance.

• Cross functional Collaboration: Serve as liaison for manufacturing and distribution sites on finance projects, promoting process harmonization. Partner with sales, marketing, and product teams to drive collaboration and improvement.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in controlling or financial analysis, financial operations, or internal controls.

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields.

• General accounting knowledge in financial statements: Product Margin (and Analysis), Income statements, balance sheets, cashflow, reconciliations, and internal controls.

• Detail-oriented team player with the ability to effectively adhere to strict deadlines.

• Good communication skills and ability to work with teams spread out geographical.

• Must have advanced proficiency with MS Office, particularly with Excel.

• Must have experience in SAP Torque.

• Experience using multiple tools including SAP, Power BI, TM1, among others.

• Business oriented mindset to support business development.

• Candidates must possess work authorization to work for ABB in the US.

What's in it for you

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You'll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn't just matter, it moves things forward

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $116,200 and $185,920 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.

• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus

• Vision benefit

• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)

• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)

• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums

• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid

• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.

• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance

• Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks

• Employee Assistance Program

• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption

• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions

• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays.Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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