Business Controller: Oman & SI Emerging Technologies

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission -critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewMotorola Solutions is looking for a dynamic and collaborative individual to work within our Systems Integration International Finance team. A core part of the role is specifically accountable for and focused on overseeing and coordinating the project financials on critical, highly visible deployment projects in Oman. However, the role will also work across the International region in developing the Finance support, partnership and insight on Emerging Technologies* in the Systems Integration (SI) business. This is a business critical role that will directly support the Oman project team, as well as our Systems Integration leadership team for International.
*Emerging Technologies currently encompasses our Mobile & Fixed Video, as well as Unified Communications SI.
Job Description

1. Lead the rolling forecast (“CV”) process for Oman. This primarily covers revenue, margin and cash. It includes the preparation, review/interlock with key stakeholders, insight and submission. Allied to this is managing expectations, accuracy, and prompt identification of risks/opportunities, driving ownership and mitigation strategies by the project team.

2. Control and forecasting of other key project metrics, such as the quarterly POC Asset/Liability position and Billing status.

3. Risk management and control. Evaluate, model and provide early warning of opportunities and risks with due consideration of risk mitigation strategies.

4. Bi-weekly Outlook review calls. Leading the SI VP through a regular health check on the financials.

5. Business review preparation and participation for Oman and Emerging Technologies.

(a) Quarterly Project Review (QPR). Support the local project team in preparedness, manage key messages and financial outcomes e.g. adjustments to project budget.

(b) Operations Reviews. Prepare and periodically update Exec level project and business summaries for inclusion in SI VP reviews with global leaders.

(c) Ad hoc.

6. Local compliance and audits. Partner with the Project Controlling team (Finance Operations Centre “FOC”, Krakow) and local teams to ensure such matters are fulfilled and local certifications in place and renewed. Liaise with local audit partners.

7. Project team and customer support.

(a) Partner with project team and FOC to develop and monitor project budgets, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

(b) Monitor project expenditures, analyse cost trends, and identify areas for cost-saving opportunities or potential risks.

(c) Coordinate with project teams to ensure accurate and timely submission of financial data, including project forecasts, budget updates, and cost allocation.

(d) Be prepared to step-in and work directly with the customer to mutually improve outcomes.

8. Coordinate the Long Range Plan (LRP) process for Oman. As part of the Jun CV cycle each year, with particular focus on revenue, margin and cash.

9. Develop and embed reporting for SI International where it pertains to Emerging Technologies. This is likely to include collaborating across the matrix to redefine frameworks and inputs.

10. Partner the UC SI Leader. Bring the cadences, quality of reporting and insight of this newly established piece of the SI team up to the standards of the rest of the SI regions.

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Basic Requirements

• University Degree preferred

• Accounting certification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) required

• 5+ years’ experience working in Finance/Accounting roles demonstrating clear career path and development, preferably in a complex, matrixed organisation.

• Finance Project Controlling or Business Partnering experience would be an advantage.

• An effective communicator with the ability to work inclusively, across functions and up to senior stakeholder level.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to simplify large volumes of data and convey key messages to leaders

• Financial modelling skills

• A ‘can do’ and resilient attitude, with the ability to see how current processes can be simplified and to execute those improvements.

• A good appreciation of local accounting and US GAAP standards.

• Proficient systems skills including MS Office and Essbase are a plus, with GSheet knowledge advantageous.

• A willingness and ability to travel to Oman (up to 10% of the time), where specific business needs arise

Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced

Referral Payment PlanNo

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

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