Azelis moves goods but more importantly; we move markets! Through the application of science, we act as catalysts for innovations that positively impact people, communities, and our planet for a more sustainable future. By creating innovative formulations, we enable our customers to win and our principals to grow.
As a global leader in the distribution of specialty ingredients, we partner with approximately 2,200 suppliers and combine our deep industry expertise to bring our 63,000 customers’ products to life. Within Life Sciences and Industrial Chemicals, we’re breaking new ground in our technical laboratories and professional local headquarters by creating opportunities through innovation. Globally, we employ approximately 4,200 talented individuals across 60+ countries.
Azelis Czech Republic is looking for a Business Controller in the Central Europe and Balkans region (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Greece and Serbia), based in Prague.
Mission
The Business Controller oversees the business and financial operations of an institution and shares responsibility for the organization’s economic and financial performance. They perform financial analysis, develop financial planning processes and design and implement overall business plans.
Main Accountabilities- The Business Controller serves as an adviser for both a company’s financial department and business leadership.They use their research, analysis and experience to develop business and financial recommendations, provide budget feedback, and assist leadership in key financial decisions, meaning that they play an important role in the company’s economic growth.
- Working with the finance department, the Business Controller uses financial analysis and forecasting to design and oversee the execution of the company budget. Following standard accounting procedures, the Business Controller ensures that the budget is properly administered and follows legal guidelines, and they provide budget feedback.
- Completes regular financial analysis, identifying and managing financial risk, completing financial research, performing economic and sales forecasting, analyzing a company’s sales and overall performance, and managing financial data. This financial analysis comes together to assist the company in decision-making.
- After completing financial analysis, the Business Controller is responsible for reporting findings and working with financial and executive staff to make financial decisions. This can involve completing regular financial reviews and delivering accurate financial reports, executing sales reports and developing and giving presentations.
- Secondary education with a business/economics focus as a minimum requirement; a Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a multinational company
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Previous experience in finance within a relevant industry is an advantage
- Fluent English, both spoken and written
- Native-level Czech language proficiency
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (must have)
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an advantage
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with complex data
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Reports to the Regional Finance Manager for Central Europe and Balkans
- Internal: Finance Manager, accounting team, broader finance community and business leadership.
- External: banks, auditors, government institutions
The requirements of the job may develop and change due to the needs of the business and the job holder is expected to adapt to these changes.
We Offer
Friendly and supportive team environment.
Flexible working conditions aligned with operational requirements, home office possible.
Meal allowance, transport allowance, additional vacation days based on tenure and 3 sick days annually.
Pension/life insurance contribution and transparent performance-based bonus scheme.
Opportunity to use English daily and attend language courses.
Multisport card/ benefit
Mobile phone for personal use / laptop.
Full-time position based in Prague 6 – Dejvice.
Our Promise to You
People are our key assets. The Azelis culture embraces change as an opportunity to grow, learn and become even better at what we do. Our values—Innovative & Resourceful, Agile & Empowered, Collaborative & Respectful, Transparent & Results Oriented—guide everything we do.
How to Apply
Apply directly via the link on this page by submitting your CV and relevant documents. We look forward to receiving your application and thank you in advance for your interest in joining Azelis.
www.azelis.com
Skills Required
- Secondary education with business/economics focus (minimum)
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a multinational company
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Fluent English, spoken and written
- Native-level Czech language proficiency
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with complex data
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Previous experience in finance within a relevant industry
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365
What We Do
As a leading global innovation service provider in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients industry, we are committed to creating value for principals and customers whilst providing a great work environment and career opportunities. Azelis has 4,200+ employees across 65 countries worldwide. We work with around 2,800 principals to provide a diverse range of innovative products/services to 63,000+ customers. Our industry-dedicated sales teams have specialist product and application knowledge, combined with business know-how, enabling us to add value in all business relationships. We’re always looking to add new talent to our team and encourage and support the personal and professional growth of all employees. Specialties include: Life Sciences: Personal Care, Home Care & Industrial Cleaning, Pharma & Healthcare, Food & Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, Agricultural & Environmental Industrial Chemicals: CASE, Electronics, Essential Chemicals, Fine Chemicals, Advanced Materials & Additives, Chemicals, Lubricants & Metal Working Fluids, Other Applications, Textiles, Leather & Paper At Azelis, our partnerships with customers and principals remain at the heart of our activities. As a leading global innovation service provider, our entrepreneurial approach to doing business is reflected in our can-do attitude. Across our network of more than 70 application laboratories, our award-winning staff help develop formulations and provide technical guidance along the customers’ product development process. We combine a global market reach with a local footprint to offer a reliable, integrated and unique digital service to customers and attractive business opportunities to principals. Striving to create a positive impact on the environment and communities around the world, we are top-industry-rated by Sustainalytics. Azelis is a leader in sustainability. We aim to provide effective, sustainable, and reliable solutions. Our business is your business
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