Business Unit Controller - Global Flavors (m / f / d)

as Business Unit Controller - Global Flavors (m / f / d)

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over.

Bei ADM WILD dreht sich alles um die Entwicklung, Produktion und Vermarktung von Lebensmittel- und Getränkezutaten. Unser Portfolio reicht von natürlichen Aromen, Extrakten und Farben über Getränkegrundstoffe und Fruchtzubereitungen bis hin zu funktionalen Inhaltsstoffen und Food Service Lösungen.

• Provide leadership for continuous improvement in the areas of financial accounting, standardizing and simplifying processes, internal controls, and internal financial reporting working closely with COE Controllers, Technical Accounting, Governance, Tax, BU Controllers and other key stakeholders
• Ensure global alignement of service catalogue
• Provide excellent customer service to key stakeholders ensuring proper execution service catalogue
• Collaborate with other leaders to identify and implement best practices across COE
• Maintain a strong internal and operational control environment in compliance with company policies
• Review and analyze consolidated financial results to ensure materially accurate per US GAAP guidelines
• Support annual review / revision of Key Financial Controls (SOX requirements) and process flows and work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls
• Analyze financial statements and / or supporting schedules and communicate results to stakeholders
• Facilitate global consolidation of financial results, disclosures requirements, Sox controls, and other reporting for customers as requested
• Support COE projects as approved through demand management to ensure standardization and simplifications of processes.
• Drive continuous improvement through collaboration of thought, innovative ideas, and proactive behavior
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CA) is strongly preferred
• Significant experience in financial accounting, consolidation, and internal reporting within a global corporate environment
• Demonstrated track record in leading continuous improvement initiatives, process standardization, and simplification projects
• Proven experience with internal controls, SOX compliance, and maintaining operational control environments
• Expert level proficiency in accounting, external reporting and internal controls (SOX404 is an advantage)
• Demonstrated ability to establish a strong leadership presence among business unit leaders and serve as a trusted finance partner
• Experience in food / agri business would be advantage
• Fluent English (C1)
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on process improvement and innovation
• Understanding of US GAAP principles and the ability to ensure financial results comply with these guidelines
• Proficient in Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning, diversity and inclusion
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & meal offers

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