Controller Global Strategic Marketing

In this role you will act as the Controller / Finance Business Partner for various (decentralized) Strategic Marketing departments. You will work together with different functional stakeholders (e.g., senior management, Finance, Marketing, Legal, Procurement, Global IT) in a complex matrix organization, as well as being part of global and cross-functional project teams to support Global Strategic Marketing’s strategy of reshaping the way we do Marketing & Sales in the future.

**Who is Hilti?**:
If you’re new to the industry, you might not have heard of us. We provide leading-edge tools, technologies, software, and services for the global construction industry, and beyond. At Hilti strong customer relationships create solutions that build a better future, where there is pride and a sense of belonging across our 120 global locations. It’s where people explore possibilities, leverage their potential, own their personal development, and grow lasting careers.

**What does the role involve?**:
As a Controller for Global Strategic Marketing, you will independently and proactively manage the budget planning & forecasting for various teams within our Global Strategic Marketing department in collaboration with the Strategic Marketing Leadership Team. Part of the day-to-day activities is to manage the controlling & reporting tasks such as cost accounting, allocations & accruals leveraging the latest state-of-the-art ERP & reporting technologies such as SAP S/4HANA & SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).
Additionally, you will manage the investment governance around, for example, across our MR Competence Centers across the globe, Digital Marketing entities in Paris and Plano (US), as well as support contracting & negotiations for major projects with multiple stakeholders (Department head, MR Competence Center heads, Legal, Procurement & Global IT). Moreover, you will act as a true business partner by living, driving and supporting various Performance Management projects with senior management exposure.
With an entrepreneurial mindset, you will challenge the status quo, play a key role in driving investment prioritization & support in defining tangible business targets for the respective Global Strategic Marketing departments. You will recognize opportunities with financial impact across the department and propose options to exploit further and assess initiatives with an end-to-end view.

**93% of our people say they’re proud to work for Hilti, thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people.**

**What do we offer?**:
You will be working with a team of people striving for excellence, with an open, inclusive and supportive culture. Bring your own perspective and achieve results together with others.
Come to a place where you will own your development and career journey: global or local, cross-functional or as a specialist. If you’re willing to go the extra mile, there is no limit to what you can achieve.
Relish the views from our modern and state-of-the art offices. Enjoy a variety of healthy foods from the campus restaurants, keep in shape at the in-house gym, or commute with our e-bikes free of charge. You will be amazed what the alpine life has to offer.

**Why should you apply?**:
Do you want to play a key role in the largest strategic initiatives of the Hilti Group? The Market Reach Performance Management team is “a team on the rise” with responsibilities around strategic performance management and investment planning & governance within the Global Strategic Marketing department at our Global headquarters.

The Global Strategic Marketing department is responsible for transforming Hilti’s (digital) marketing & sales approach through multiple key strategic initiatives and by enhancing customer experiences via state-of-the-art systems and processes. Additionally, the Market Reach Performance Management team has a strong link and a well-established collaboration with Group Finance & the Global Finance Leadership Team.
Year upon year we are recognized as one of the top 'Great Place to Work' employers, both globally and locally. And when you meet us, you'll understand why. We have a diverse team of people with a variety of nationalities, backgrounds and experiences. You can gain further insight on how it feels to be part of Hilti’s Global Finance Community, by searching for our LinkedIn feed: #HiltiFinance.

**What you need is**:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Finance or Related Field, or other globally recognized financial qualifications, e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, etc.
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a financial, consultancy or auditing role within a multinational organization
- Demonstrated knowledge in Accounting, Controlling, Reporting or Financial Advisory combined with finance business partnering attitude
- Effective communication skills, including ability to structure clear presentations to senior management
- Project management skills and independent work