Business Controller - Operations

Business Controller – Business Operations

• Location: Alcantra, Portugal


• Working hours: Full-time (40 hours)


• Work model: Hybrid


• Contract type / duration: Permanent

Are you passionate about turning financial data into insights that drive better business decisions? Do you want to be the trusted partner who helps Business Operations improve its financial performance year over year? Then you might be the person we are looking for.

As our new Business Controller – Business Operations, you will join our SDO team in Alcantra and oversee our Business Operations function. You will help Business Operations and its Finance Business Partners maximize their financial contribution to STG's company goals. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners, Group R&A, the Asset Accounting team, and the Reporting & Analytics CoE Solution Lead. Your success will be measured by greater financial predictability, better forecast accuracy, and a stronger Business Operations team that improves its financials year over year. This is a great opportunity to have a real impact on financial performance in an international organization.

What your day will look like

In this role, you will typically focus on:

• Conduct financial and business controlling, explaining deviations and identifying root causes in collaboration with Finance Business Partners.


• Prepare financial plans and rolling forecasts with the Finance Business Partners, and upload the data into our financial planning software (Jedox).


• Support Group R&A with inventory accounting, including reconciliation, stock difference analysis, and aging analysis, in collaboration with Finance Business Partners.


• Analyze purchase price variance (PPV) and purchase orders, and give insights into maintenance costs using BI reporting on spare parts usage.


• Monitor CAPEX and fixed assets with the Asset Accounting team, and provide inputs for the capitalization of assets.


• Communicate updates, issues, and problems in the financial and business controlling process to the Reporting & Analytics CoE Solution Lead, and raise concerns early if anything could affect delivery on time.


• Support projects by supplying and uploading data requests from Finance Business Partners.


• Identify ways to extend and improve the process scope within business controlling, and put streamlined processes in place.


• Take part in functional and technical training on ERP systems and consolidation and planning tools to keep building your financial and controlling capabilities.

What you'll bring

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance. An MBA, CMA, or CPA is preferred.


• 3–5 years of relevant experience in business controlling or FP&A.


• A strong understanding of financial and management reporting and of controlling activities.


• Experience with financial forecasting software and ERP systems (preferably SAP S/4HANA), and strong Excel skills.


• Experience with consolidation and planning tools such as IBM Cognos and Jedox is a plus.


• Strategic thinking and strong analytical skills.


• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, with fluency in English.


• Experience in a Shared Service Center or multinational environment is a plus.

Working at STG & What to expect

At Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG), we are so much more than what meets the eye. We combine the strength of global brands with the entrepreneurial mindset that allows people to make a real impact. Here you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, collaborate across borders, and help shape what's next. At STG you'll find more than a role - you'll find opportunities to grow, collaborate across borders, and make a meaningful impact.

Ready to be part of something bigger? Apply now and discover much more.

Our recruitment process

Before starting our hiring process, your application will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We assess each application against key competencies and requirements for the role. If your experience and skills are a good match, you'll be invited to continue through our hiring process, which may include the following steps:

• Recruiter screen


• Interview with the hiring team


• Final interview with leadership or key stakeholders

Scandinavian Tobacco Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please be informed that this Direct Search is conducted exclusively by Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept applications from agencies, and we will not provide compensation for unsolicited CVs.