Business Unit Finance Manager - HVACR, France

About the role

Johnson Controls is looking for a Business Unit Financial Manager for its France HVAC and Industrial Refrigeration activities. The role acts as the financial partner to the Regional Finance Director and the Business Unit General Manager, overseeing the financial performance of the entities. It is based in Slovakia and is listed as hybrid.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out financial analyses and prepare monthly/quarterly outlooks, weekly pulse reports and the budget, in line with corporate and business requirements.
• Provide deep analysis of financial performance to management and operational teams, and support business decisions with financial insight.
• Review and validate deal economics, including margins, cash flow and contractual terms.
• Act as main contact for OTC and commercial matters, working with sales, project management, pricing, controllers, tax, legal and treasury.
• Take ownership of the General Ledger, reporting, requests and audits.
• Drive process improvements, automation and standardisation, and maintain internal controls, SOX compliance and US GAAP standards.
• Bridge the Bratislava Business Center, the International Business Center and the Business Units, and resolve escalations between business and functional managers.

Required profile

• Degree in Finance & Accounting or equivalent, ideally with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA certification.
• Solid experience in complex financial or controlling roles, including audit, internal control, financial compliance and FP&A.
• Experience in a shared services centre and team management; matrix organisation and large international group experience is an asset.
• Fluency in English is essential.

What we offer

• Initial basic salary of EUR 2,700 - 4,215 per month, plus a 13th-month salary after six months.
• Meal vouchers, a flexible benefits budget, retail discounts, and a private kindergarten/nursery allowance.
• Flexible working hours, home office days, and allowances for language courses and professional development.
• On-site benefits and relocation support with a housing allowance if moving to Slovakia.