Business Controller, SLS Japan

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Key Accountabilities

As a Business Controller, you will be part of an international matrix organization. You will work with SLS Business Control Management team to become a forward-thinking business partner for SLS and alongside the SLS Japan Managing Director, as a copilot, leading the factory financials.

You will analyse financial data and deliver accurate reports to support business decision-making, supporting financial planning and operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

You will develop financial models and forecasts to predict performance and assess risks. Driving continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and analysis to enhance business performance is a key part of your role.

Acting as a subject matter expert, you will provide expert advice on financial matters to stakeholders, sharing insights and recommendations to improve performance.

Collaboration with business units to align financial policies and processes with business objectives and optimize financial processes and controls is essential.

You will ensure that financial figures give a true and fair view of the business's position, including understanding variances and key drivers.

Actively monitoring revenue streams and capacity costs, you will support management in financial aspects and achievement of targets, including planning and setting targets for Capex proposals, FTEs, cost product and define price, margins and monitor inventories.

Proactively addressing risks and opportunities, you will support management and the wider Business Control team.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in economics, Accounting, or Finance. MBA and/or CPA is a plus.

Minimum 5 years in business partnering, FP&A, or finance controlling.

Skills:

• Forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and data interpretation.

• Building and managing financial models.

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Business-level English and Japanese communication.

• Team player with strong ownership and commitment to deadlines.

• Expertise in controlling factory costs and managing global sales margins.

• Flexibility and adaptability in a changing environment.

• Generating and analysing financial reports for decision-making.

• Proficiency in SAP for financial management and reporting.

• Strong leadership and management abilities.

• Understanding of tax regulations and Japanese legal requirements.

This position offers a hybrid work environment, with the flexibility to work from home and in our Toyama office. Please note that the arrangements will be based on business needs.

Why you and us 

We have an amazing team and a clear purpose to exist. We are passionate about the work we do and hope to find a colleague with a shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

All our employees are encouraged to utilise the variety of training activities, learning solutions and self-study materials that we have to offer which supports the opportunity to further develop your talents and competencies within a very global working environment, in an ambitious and growth orientated organisation. 

Last application date: 07/05/2025 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.