Location:
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Job ID:
R0129056
Date Posted:
2026-05-06
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTD
Profession (Job Category):
Finance
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The opportunity
Our local product group Insulation & Components is the technology leader in design and manufacture of high voltage transformer bushings. All renowned international companies of the electrical industry, active in power generation, transmission and distribution are among our customers. We have a top position in the high voltage bushing areas worldwide.
Join our team as our Production Controller.
In this role, you will operate as a Business Partner to the company’s management and head of controlling department in the factory (Local Product Group), while at the same time closely monitoring key financial indicators, market trends and customer activities. Drawing on your finely honed analytical abilities using SAP S4 HANA, you will work closely with the various stakeholders to ensure effective decision-making for the success of the factory.
How you'll make an impact
Responsibility for monthly closing, reporting, budgeting and forecasting in line with Hitachi Energy reporting guidelines; monitoring of variances between budget and actual results to support management actions
Support business planning definition, implementation and follow up according to business unit strategies
Create deep dive analysis in SAP HANA of Gross Profit (e.g.: revenue recognition, COGS, product mix, production overhead, Capex, absorption)
Maintain Full Cost Model and review pricing and capacity for production
Support Project Management during project execution and sales managers of the unit during the tender phase; identify and communicate financial risks and opportunities during tenders; participation in risk reviews
Monitoring of production KPIs, monthly SG&A cost analysis, Cash Flows & Overdues, OBL, ORs and Revenues follow up
Business improvement capabilities and project management can- do attitude
Your background
Master or bachelor’s degree in business administration / finance / economics (or similar)
5- 10 years of experience and successful track record in a similar role within an international environment
Excellent practical knowledge in SAP S/4 HANA
Experience in factory controlling and product business
Proactive, hands-on attitude with a strong can do mindset, able to work effectively under pressure and take ownership of responsibilities
Very good understanding of balance sheet, income statement and Cash flow
Finance and controlling specialist with solid proficiency in MS Office, SAP, Power BI, and ABACUS Analyzer, and a good understanding of IFRS
Fluent in English, German would be a strong advantage
More about us
Our flexible work practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.
