As a Business Controller at Nokia, you will play a pivotal role in driving the financial performance of our business group. You will serve as a strategic partner, collaborating closely with stakeholders, including project managers and sales teams, to challenge and refine financial forecasts and identify opportunities for improvement. Within the Finance team, you will engage in dynamic discussions, providing insights that influence decision-making and ensure compliance with accounting principles and internal controls. The work environment is collaborative and fast-paced, where proactive problem-solving and strategic thinking are essential. You will take the lead in presenting financial analyses to key stakeholders, managing risks, and supporting negotiations. Your expertise will not only contribute to the financial health of the organization but also help shape innovative business strategies that drive growth and success.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Drive and enhance financial performance for the business group, ensuring ongoing improvement and alignment with strategic objectives.
- Act as the finance representative and business partner within the Regional Business Center (RBC), providing expert insights and support to sales and project teams.
- Lead the forecasting process by gathering inputs from key stakeholders, critically analyzing forecast data, and ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Perform financial risk management by identifying, evaluating, and managing financial risks and opportunities to safeguard company resources.
- Facilitate financial negotiations and provide expertise for customer offers, ensuring alignment with the License to Deal process.
- Review, prepare, and present new sales cases to the Regional Review Board (RRB), overseeing compliance with internal controls and SOX regulations.
- Champion compliance with Nokia’s accounting principles and reporting guidelines, fostering a culture of financial integrity and accountability.
- Mentor and lead finance team members, fostering a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and knowledge sharing.
KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
You have:
- Excellent knowledge of the BG business and business drivers
- Business & Financial Acumen
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
It would be nice if you also had:
- Proven experience in financial leadership
- Expertise in offer controlling
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Strong problem-solving skills