Business Controller - Maternity Cover
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Last date to apply: 19 June 2026 Shape the Future with Us At Husqvarna Group, we believe true innovation begins with bold ideas, thoughtful actions, and unwavering dedication. With more than 300 years of pioneering spirit, we continue to push boundaries, not for the sake of change, but to create meaningful impact for our customers, our people, and the world around us. At the heart of our Power for Growth strategy is a clear commitment to scaling innovation, creating customer value, and empowering our people to succeed. Husqvarna Group is proud to be recognized as one of Europe's Best Employers 2026 by the Financial Times and Statista, ranking 36th out of 1,000 companies and as the second highest ranked Swedish company. Being BOLD means stepping beyond our comfort zones, embracing new opportunities, and acting decisively. We do this with CARE, always considering the impact of our actions and holding ourselves to the highest standards. We are DEDICATED , and this dedication fuels our progress: we work hard, stay passionate, and support one another to achieve shared success. This is how we Win Through Culture, by living our values every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident employer, committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Role Description Business Controller reporting into the Head of Finance UK for the UK sales company, responsible for leading all FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) and business control activities while acting as a key strategic finance business partner to divisional stakeholders across the organisation . This is a Maternity Cover role until September 2027. Your Role at Husqvarna Reporting for month end for the sales division, split across 3 areas: Forest and Garden, Gardena and Construction areas within Husqvarna UK Lead annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and long term financial planning activities Deliver strategic financial analysis and insights to support business decision making Analyse business performance through sales, margin, profitability, and KPI reporting Drive cost control across logistics, overheads, working capital, inventory, and external partnerships Manage month end reporting and ensure accurate, timely, and high quality financial reporting Partner with regional Business Controllers and key stakeholders across finance and operations Maintain compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and reporting standards Lead monthly business review meetings and provide clear financial recommendations to leadership teams Responsible for the leadership, management, and development of a small Management Accounts team. Essential Skills & Experience Qualified or finalist ACA / ACCA / CIMA with demonstrable experience Strong experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or business controlling Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking capability Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insight Demonstrated leadership capability and experience influencing stakeholders Desirable Experience Experience with SAP, JDE ERP systems, or Group Reporting packages (AARO) Experience within supply chain, logistics, or operational finance environments Project finance or process improvement leadership experience Previous people management or team leadership experience
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