What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Financial Advisor position at Umdasch Group?
Company Overview
Doka is a leading global company in the construction industry, specializing in formwork solutions. With over 8,500 employees across 70 countries, we are part of the Umdasch Group and committed to excellence.
About Us
We believe in delivering high-quality products and services that meet our customers' needs. Our team is dedicated to driving innovation and growth, while ensuring operational efficiency and financial transparency.
The Role
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Finance Business Partner with experience in supply chain operations to join our Business Controlling Team. As a key financial advisor, you will support operational decision-making and ensure alignment with business objectives. Your expertise will help drive cost efficiencies, enhance financial transparency, and provide real-time support for key business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Act as a trusted financial partner to operations and regional management teams
- Provide insights and recommendations to enhance business performance
- Prepare and present financial performance reviews to leadership
- Highlight key metrics, trends, and risks to drive informed decision-making
- Align financial forecasts with operational strategies
- Support sales and inventory planning for budget and quarterly forecasts
- Drive cost ownership and accountability across operations
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
- Develop financial models to support investment proposals and strategic initiatives
- Ensure strong financial justification for capital expenditures
Requirements
- Proven working experience as a Finance Business Partner / Commercial / Operations Controller /Country Controller / in a multi country / location environment
- 5 years accounting and finance experience, commercial production / construction / formwork / rental industry experience can be considered a plus
- Advanced degree in Finance / Controlling / Management / preferred
- Good knowledge of accounting principles / procedures and business (finance) processes
- Experience with building financial management systems / procedures
- Proficiency with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills required
- Excellent communication skills, including excellent command of English required (speaking, reading, writing)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays)
- Exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
What We Offer
- A challenging and rewarding role with opportunities for growth and development
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- A competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits
- The chance to work with a leading company in the construction industry
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
Contact Information
Doka is a leading global company in the construction industry, specializing in formwork solutions. With over 8,500 employees across 70 countries, we are part of the Umdasch Group and committed to excellence.
About Us
We believe in delivering high-quality products and services that meet our customers' needs. Our team is dedicated to driving innovation and growth, while ensuring operational efficiency and financial transparency.
The Role
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Finance Business Partner with experience in supply chain operations to join our Business Controlling Team. As a key financial advisor, you will support operational decision-making and ensure alignment with business objectives. Your expertise will help drive cost efficiencies, enhance financial transparency, and provide real-time support for key business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Act as a trusted financial partner to operations and regional management teams
- Provide insights and recommendations to enhance business performance
- Prepare and present financial performance reviews to leadership
- Highlight key metrics, trends, and risks to drive informed decision-making
- Align financial forecasts with operational strategies
- Support sales and inventory planning for budget and quarterly forecasts
- Drive cost ownership and accountability across operations
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
- Develop financial models to support investment proposals and strategic initiatives
- Ensure strong financial justification for capital expenditures
Requirements
- Proven working experience as a Finance Business Partner / Commercial / Operations Controller /Country Controller / in a multi country / location environment
- 5 years accounting and finance experience, commercial production / construction / formwork / rental industry experience can be considered a plus
- Advanced degree in Finance / Controlling / Management / preferred
- Good knowledge of accounting principles / procedures and business (finance) processes
- Experience with building financial management systems / procedures
- Proficiency with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills required
- Excellent communication skills, including excellent command of English required (speaking, reading, writing)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays)
- Exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing company
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
What We Offer
- A challenging and rewarding role with opportunities for growth and development
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- A competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits
- The chance to work with a leading company in the construction industry
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
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