Junior Financial Controller-YPP
Numero lavoro CGS12713 Nazione Italia Sede: FLEXLINK Città Bologna
About the Company
FlexLink is a leading organization headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden and has operating units in 26 countries and is represented in more than 60.
We are a leading provider of high-end solutions to manufacturing industries such as food, beverages, tissues, personal care, pharmaceutical, automotive, batteries and electronics. Our business portfolio encompasses a wide range of innovative solutions in automated production flows, with conveyor design, custom conveyor engineering, and software support to manage the information flows in a production process to match the material movement. Working closely with our global customers, we strive to provide state-of-the-art solutions that deliver production efficiency and enable sustainable manufacturing today and tomorrow.
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FlexLink is part of Coesia, a group of innovation-based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy. Coesia operates in 36 countries with 20 different companies and employs over9,000people as of 2024.
About the Role
Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey that will shape your career?
The Coesia Young Professional Program (YPP) is a dedicated learning and development path for fresh graduates, designed to support your first career steps within a leading global organization through a structured 2-year program.
We are looking for an Financial Controller to join our Finance team and support key financial processes related to Research & Development activities. You will be involved in budgeting, forecasting, cost monitoring, and performance analysis, working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, HR, and other finance departments.
You will be fully trained and guided in this role.
1. Real-world projects with impact: You will contribute to strategic financial processes and collaborate with international teams, learning on the job from day one.
2. Professional development and training: You will enhance your technical and soft skills through dedicated learning & development initiatives.
3. Mentorship by industry leaders: You will gain invaluable insights from experienced professionals in the Finance and R&D domains.
4. Networking opportunities: You will build strong connections with peers and experts across the Coesia Group.
5. Recognition and reward: Your contribution will be valued. The YPP rewards those who strive for excellence while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders.
What you will do
6. • Develop and maintain budgets for R&D projects and departments
• Analyze R&D costs and identify opportunities for cost optimization
• Collaborate with international R&D teams to follow up on project costs and timelines
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Support project evaluation and investment decisions with financial analysis
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) for R&D activities
• Assist in the preparation of New Product Developments and monitor expenditures to ensure adherence to financial plans
What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degrees are a plus
• Excellent command of the English and Italian languages
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in financial softwares; SAP knowledge is a plus
• Availability to travel internationally to different sites (Sweden, Italy, Poland)