Enterprise Software Controlling Analyst - CP&O

Role overview

Enterprise Software Controlling Analyst - CP&O at Hitachi Energy

This position offers an exciting opportunity to combine financial expertise, business partnering, and digital transformation in a truly global environment.

This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys translating data into actionable business insights, and is passionate about improving processes through technology and innovation.

Responsibilities

• You will work closely with Business Unit Controllers, Project Managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to provide meaningful insights into financial performance and drive informed business decisions.
• You will analyze revenue streams, profitability drivers, cash flow trends, and key business metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and improvement areas.
• Prepare management presentations, financial reports, and executive-level analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with global finance and business teams to evaluate end-to-end financial value streams and identify opportunities for standardization and automation.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals, provisions, allocations, and result analysis.
• Monitor business risks, revenue trends, profitability drivers, and cash flow performance to support sustainable growth.

Preferred qualifications and skills

• Experience in Project Controlling, Software Controlling, or complex business-finance partnering environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of Salesforce (SFDC) and its financial business processes is considered an advantage.

Employment details

• Location: Bengaluru [Karnataka] [India]

About the employer

• In addition to core controlling responsibilities, you will contribute to Hitachi Energy's ongoing digital transformation initiatives, including SAP S/4HANA programs within the Software business landscape.
• More About Us At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing the world's energy system to be more sustainable, flexible, and secure.
• Hitachi Energy is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion where every individual can contribute, grow, and succeed.

Additional role details

• The Opportunity Join Hitachi Energy's Controlling Capability Centre as an Enterprise Software Controlling Analyst , where you will play a pivotal role in driving financial insight, business performance, and strategic decision-making for our Software business.
• As part of a dynamic and collaborative finance team, you will support business growth by delivering high-quality financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and controlling activities.
• The role provides exposure to complex financial processes across global markets, enabling you to influence operational performance while ensuring strong governance and compliance standards.
• Your recommendations will help leadership teams optimize performance and achieve strategic objectives.
• You will have the opportunity to support process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement projects that shape the future of finance operations.
• At Hitachi Energy, you will collaborate with talented professionals worldwide, expand your expertise, and contribute to building a sustainable energy future while advancing your own career growth.
• How You'll Make an Impact Analyze Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, and key financial metrics to provide actionable business insights.
• Partner with Business Unit Controllers, Operational Unit Controllers, and Project Managers to monitor and improve business performance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, business planning, and financial performance reviews for the assigned product group.
• Contribute to SAP S/4HANA transformation initiatives, including solution design, testing, implementation, and process enhancement activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate policies, financial governance requirements, and audit standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance process efficiency, reporting quality, and business outcomes.
• Your Background CA, CMA, ACCA, CIMA, or MBA (Finance) qualification. 2-5 years of experience in Financial Controlling, FP&A, Management Accounting, or related finance functions.
• Strong hands-on experience working with SAP S/4HANA in a finance or controlling environment.
• Solid understanding of SAP CO integration with FI, MM, SD, PP, and PS modules.
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a global environment.
• Fluent written and spoken English with the ability to communicate financial insights to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Our people are at the heart of this mission, collaborating across geographies and functions to deliver innovative solutions that create lasting value for customers and communities.
• We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages continuous learning, career development, and innovation.
• You will gain exposure to global finance transformation initiatives, leading technologies, and challenging business scenarios while working alongside industry experts.
• Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of energy and digital transformation.
• Demonstrates effective use of AI and digital tools to enhance problem-solving, decision-making, and productivity, while applying sound judgment, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and maintaining accountability for outcomes.