Business Controller

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

The Business Controller partners directly with the Head of the business line or P&L leader of a segment within the business line to provide financial insight, performance analysis, and strategic input. Supporting a business line with a smaller P&L, this role also performs selected Financial Controller duties, including financial reporting, compliance, and operational accounting tasks. The Business Controller plays a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and translating financial data into actionable business strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Head of sub-business to support strategic planning and execution.
• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets.
• Provide input into pricing decisions and margin optimization.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.
• Conduct variance analysis and explain financial performance.
• Perform selected financial reporting duties.
• Lead audit readiness and compliance.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support M&A evaluations, post-merger integration, and strategic partnerships.
• Assist in preparing board-level presentations and investor materials.
• Lead financial system enhancements and automation initiative.
• Represent finance in cross-functional leadership forums and strategic projects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, and marketing.
• Monitor competitive benchmarks and market trends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related discipline required.
• Professional Accounting Designation preferred.
• Over 7 years of commercial accounting experience required.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Accounting Principles & Standards.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis.
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities.
• Computer Skills.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.