Global Division Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

ABB

. Lead reliable and timely analysis of financial results .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • Finland, Austria, Sweden, Netherlands, United Kingdom, France, GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, planning, and forecasting, with a strong ability to engage stakeholders and drive performance management initiatives. Proficient in utilizing advanced financial planning tools and digital technologies to enhance decision-making processes.

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Financial AnalysisForecastingPerformance ManagementExcelPower BI

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisFinancial PlanningForecastingPerformance ManagementData Quality ImprovementCost-Saving InitiativesBusiness Performance EvaluationManagement ReportingBusiness Storyline DevelopmentAI Implementation

Soft Skills

Stakeholder EngagementInfluencing DecisionsLearning AgilityConstructive ChallengeCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

ExcelPowerPointPower BIPower AppsSAP

Industry Keywords

B2BIndustrial EnvironmentGlobal OrganizationFinance DigitalizationEmerging Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead reliable and timely analysis of financial results
Create Annual and Long-Term Performance Plans (APP, LPP) and forecasts
Support senior and executive stakeholders in decision-making and business goal achievement
Set the framework for Business Storyline, Finance Digitalization, and AI
Coordinate weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting, including performance reports and financial statement commentaries
Evaluate strategic, financial, and major investment decisions
Define, coordinate, and oversee financial planning, APP, and forecasting processes with global Business Lines FP&A
Ensure APP and forecast instructions are current and followed
Implement standardized FP&A processes and tools, including AI
Prepare business management discussions and performance reviews for the global Division
Follow up on reporting inconsistencies and improve data quality
Drive controlling, planning, process improvement, and cost-saving initiatives
Create and update the global Division Forecast and APP/LPP
Champion training on FP&A tools and processes
Facilitate knowledge and best-practice sharing within the Finance community

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience with financial analysis, planning, forecasting, and performance management
Strong understanding of business performance
Experience ideally in a complex B2B, industrial, or similarly structured environment
Experience in a global, regional, or multi-business organization is advantageous
Strong learning agility and ability to quickly understand new businesses and operating models
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
Experience with Power BI, Power Apps, SAP, or similar platforms
Interest in data, digitalization, emerging technologies, and AI
Ability to translate complex financial information into a clear story
Ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at different levels and influence decisions without formal authority
Willingness to challenge constructively and work across functions, geographies, and cultures
Willingness and ability to travel periodically
Willingness to work with financial planning and performance management tools and processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements depending on location
Remote working flexibility
Opportunities to connect in person, build relationships, and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders
Training on FP&A tools and processes
Knowledge and best-practice sharing within the Finance community