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Lead Finance Controller

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Job Description:

Join us at ESAB’s Budapest office, where we not only value your skills but also prioritize your well-being and ensure your voice is heard within our inclusive and supportive community.

SHAPE Your future with us! 🚀🌟

The main purpose of the role is ensuring the proper operation of the end to end finance activity of the legal entity. The Lead Finance Controller supervise the work of the GL and AP accountants. Manage the preparation of internal and financial reports, evaluates data, and trends and provides decision support analysis.

About the job 📚

  • The Lead Finance Controller is the first point of contact to Group Controller and Finance Director
  • The Lead Finance Controller is responsible for the legal entities Finance operations, including accounting and financial reporting
  • Develop and coach the direct reports
  • Prepare the yearly budget and monthly forecast with the managing director and finance director
  • Execute all relevant closing activities (monthly, quarterly, year-end)
  • Perform internal control activities and ad hoc administrative tasks for the given deadlines
  • Participate in external, internal financial and tax audits, ensuring fiscal compliance

REQUIREMENTS

What we are looking for ⭐
  • 6+ years accounting and/ or finance controlling experience
  • People management experience
  • Fluency in English & Hungarian (both written and verbal)
  • Economics or Finance & Accounting educational background
  • Confident usage of ERP systems
  • Excellent MS Excel skills and general IT literacy
  • Energetic, positive and can-do mentality, hands on
  • Independent decision making: ability to make decisions in own scope and level, ability to recognize when support is needed
  • Networking: ability to establish good working relations with local organizations, stakeholder and other functions
  • Nice to have:
    • GL Accounting experience
    • Understanding of US GAAP and SOX & Control environment
Our hiring journey 📱 1. Submit your CV & application to our system. 2. If your qualifications match our expectations, we will reach out to you for a friendly phone conversation to get to know each other better. 3. Following this, we will extend an invitation for an online interview. During the 1-hour conversation, you will have the opportunity to meet with your Supervisors and a Talent Acquisition Partner. This will be a collaborative exchange, where we not only ask questions but also share valuable insights. 4. Following a successful interview, you can anticipate an additional 30-minute professional test as the last step in the selection process. 5. Upon a successful recruitment process, you can expect to receive a job offer from us.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

Why is it a good place for work? Because we can offer you ⚖ ...
  • Additional Benefits: annual performance bonus, cafeteria, Medicover health insurance, life & accidental insurance, and various recognition programs
  • Regional Scope: Work closely with teams across different countries and regions
  • Hybrid Work: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home 3-4 days/week
  • LinkedIn Learning Access: Expand your skills with unlimited access
  • Continuous Performance Feedback: Grow with regular performance discussions
  • Supportive Environment: Thrive in a culture that values your contributions
  • Community Events and Groups: Participate in our running & yoga clubs, board game evenings, travelers' club and several other events
  • Extra Holidays for Years of Service: Celebrate milestones with additional time off
  • Free weekends: in case of bridge days, Saturdays are always days-off
  • Career Opportunities: Grow and develop skills in alignment with your career goals
  • Automation/Process Improvement Projects: Drive initiatives to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows
At ESAB Budapest SSC, we take pride in our role as the backbone of the world's leading welding and cutting company. Our contributions have played a crucial part in the construction of iconic structures like the Megyeri Bridge, NASA Space Station, and the 2014 FIFA World Cup Stadium. Our impact extends beyond these remarkable projects it's a thriving community of 220 professionals who are deeply committed to cultivating a workplace culture defined by shared values and a strong dedication to excellence. We prioritize your well-being, recognizing the importance of work-life balance for your happiness and success. Teamwork is integral to our culture, reinforced through social and team-building activities. Your voice matters: we foster an open and inclusive environment valuing all ideas. Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid work model, allowing you to choose your best working environment. Our SSC is located in Budapest's vibrant heart, step into our modern office space, designed for inspiration and productivity, reflecting our commitment to excellence. It's a source of great pride that we secured a well-deserved spot on the shortlist for the 2020 Office of the Year Award. Additionally, we cherish our recognition with the Family-Friendly Award and our membership in a diverse and inclusive community (SokszínƱségi Karta). #LI-Hybrid #Accounting #OpenJob #Finance

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WHY JOIN US

Working at ESAB is more than a job. It’s an experience filled with unexpected moments that will transform you in lasting and positive ways. Join us to build a career that no one could have planned for. Even you. Take the opportunity and shape your future with us!

RESPONSIBLE POSITIONS

We offer incredible career challenges. stimulating and satisfying work, inspiring colleagues, and extensive learning resources to create an innovative and agile business experience.

WORK –LIFE BALANCE

Our most valuable asset is our global workforce. Each member of our team matters to us: they help drive the business forward with passion and commitment.

LANGUAGE PROGRAMS

Continuous improvement is our way of life. The power of outstanding multilingual communication drives us towards absolute best –in –class results.

EXCELLENT LOCATION

Our office is located at the heart of Budapest, surrounding with the historical view of the city. An A+ green office building provides our team a pleasing work environment.