Business Controller

Do you want to be part of an exciting and innovating future at GTT Business Control Powertrain Engineering? And do you have the curiosity and drive to take on new possibilities? Then please continue to read, because you might very well be the one we are looking for!


The Volvo Group is committed to driving prosperity by providing world class sustainable transport solutions. GTT Powertrain Engineering is at the heart of the development of competitive products with cutting edge technology with a high focus on sustainability. We are looking for a Business Controller to support Powertrain Engineering on their journey ahead.


This is us, your new colleagues
We are part of the Controlling & Product Finance team in Volvo Group Trucks Technology. As Business Partners of Powertrain Engineering, we provide business analysis and financial direction, tailored to optimize the performance of the functions and R&D portfolios. We are a global team of 14 controllers located in Gothenburg, Lyon, Hagerstown, Curitiba and Bangalore.
We have a can-do team spirit and always encourage each other to dare, perform and develop. Our culture is built on collaboration with mutual trust and respect, with a mindset to continuously improve our delivery.
Role and Expectations
As a business partner, you deliver financial analysis and guidance to Powertrain Engineering, striving to maximize the added value through improved business performance. You oversee the financial reporting and analysis for R&D, both from a project, as well as an OPEX perspective. Your task is to provide transparency in the financial performance, to be the storyteller. A prerequisite for success is a strong ability for cooperation and communication, taking your financial analysis and make it actionable. You report to the VP Powertrain Engineering Business Control.
Your main focus will be to:
Support R&D Projects and Product streams with Payment plan & Cost analysis in front of business decisions
Secure month end closing deliveries
Provide quarterly expense forecasts
Work with continuous improvements of methods and tools

· Secure cost control and efficiency, ensuring the fulfillment of the Volvo Group financial policies and procedures
· Ad hoc financial analysis
· Be an active member of the global management team and project teams

To be successful in your new role we want you have the following experience/competencies
· University degree, Masters level preferred
· Minimum two years of controlling experience
· IT proficiency – Good knowledge of Microsoft Office & SAP R/3. Power BI is a merit
· Fluent in English
· Analytical
· Structured
· Team player
· Independent
· Action oriented
We can offer you an exciting future in a fast-paced environment with great colleagues. We look forward to your application.