Global Solutions Business Controller

Company Description

TOMRA Food is a multinational organisation and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industries. Transforming global food production to maximise food safety and minimise food loss by making sure Every Resource Counts™, has been our strength for over 50 years. 

At TOMRA, we want people to innovate, show passion in their work and be responsible. We encourage the freedom to innovate and take risks that result in breakthroughs that challenge the status quo. We value passion that focuses and commits to meeting success. We believe in a responsible and safe mindset that takes care of our customers, products, and fellow employees. 

Join the resource revolution!

Job Description

We are introducing an exciting new position: the Global Solutions Business Controller, reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, Head of Global Solutions. In this influential leadership role, you will be instrumental in shaping and directing our financial operations, influencing strategic decisions, and actively contributing to the overall success of our organisation. We are looking for a seasoned finance professional, an adaptable mindset, capable to thrive with minimal guidance, with strong managerial and analytical skills.

Role and Responsibilities:

Financial Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Business Partner:

• Support the SVP in the Global Solutions development to drive strategy execution.
• Act as key financial player on projects (i.e new product initiatives, inventory optimisation, backlog reduction…).
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Financial Planning and Analysis: 

• Lead the development and execution of financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Provide insights into key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to support decision-making. 

Budget Management: 

• Lead the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of budgets in collaboration with heads of department.

Financial Reporting: 

• Prepare regular financial reports for management, executive leadership, and external stakeholders.

Financial Control: 

• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. 
• Conduct periodic audits to safeguard financial assets. 

Audit and Compliance: 

• Create awareness and assure compliance with risks associated with the Global Solutions business area.
• Risk management.
• Address any audit findings and implement corrective actions. 

Team Leadership:

• Create an agile, start-up-like innovative environment and culture, offer and support novel ideas and foster a climate of experimentation.
• Ensure all employees have clear expectations, including objectives, regular reviews and feedback. 
• Develop clear career pathways, that excite, provide clarity and support the attracting and retaining of top talent. 
• Communicate appropriately on a regular basis to ensure the right people have the right information at the right time. 
• Facilitate and support the ongoing training and development of employees to ensure knowledge is grown and retained.
• Recognise the contribution of individuals and ensure any deviations are managed in a timely manner.
• Actively work to improve our engagement of the site teams.

Health & Safety:

• Promote a “Safety first” culture throughout the company, our customers, and our industry. 
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality across all facets of our operation and customer delivery. 
• Ensure the team works within agreed operating models, and ensure all decisions are made within agreed authority limits. 
• Ensure compliance with agreed processes / procedures, controls and address quality and assurance outcomes as required. 
• Identify, implement and embed any Excellence initiatives to improve quality, performance and efficiency of the team to facilitate outstanding customer experience. 

Organisation:

• Complete administrative tasks in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Observe and comply with policies, procedures and quality management systems. 
• Observe and comply with our code of conduct. 
• Positively and actively support effective communication, encourage and provide constructive feedback.
• Support the overall organisational vision, values and culture. 

Qualifications

About You:

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Audit, or any econo