BUSINESS CONTROLLER AIRLINE SERVICES

Short Description

SAS is in an expansion phase, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the company's growth.. As a Business Controller within SAS Airline Services you will join a team of 8 controllers. You will report directly to the Head of Business Control and work closely with colleagues across the team and with various stakeholders from departments outside Finance.
 

Purpose

In this role, you will support the business in achieving strategic and tactical goals, optimize resources, and enhance cost-efficiency through various projects and development initiatives. Your responsibilities will include both short-term financial planning (within the budget year) and long-term projects aimed at strengthening our competitiveness.

You will also play a key role in presenting business performance and developments in a clear and accessible way. Driving business case development and ensuring the progress of cost-saving initiatives, upgrade reporting systems and tools to enhance operational monitoring and decision-making.
 

Key Responsibilities

•    Collaborate with the business leadership team on financial development, reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
•    Lead the forecasting and budgeting processes for the business unit.
•    Design and refine key performance indicators, decision-making frameworks, and profitability analyses.
•    Oversee and support initiatives to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
•    Provide benchmarking and analytical insights to aid in negotiations and decision-making.
•    Optimize reporting systems and tools to enhance operational monitoring and decision-making.
•    Train and support managers to deepen their financial expertise and improve oversight.
 

Experience

As the ideal candidate for this role, you have:
•    Minimum of 3 years of experience in Business Control or a similar role, such as consulting or "Big 4" experience.
•    Proven expertise in stakeholder management and collaborating with senior leaders.
•    Experience in a fast-paced, operational environment with multiple points of contact. 
•    Strong integrity and the ability to question, engage, and contribute valuable insights to business operations.
•    A university degree in finance, economics, or a related field (minimum Bachelor’s level).
•    Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI).
•    Proficiency in spoken and written English; a Scandinavian language is highly desirable but not mandatory.
 

What SAS Offers To You

At SAS, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development in an international, fast-paced working environment. We are dedicated to the continuous growth of our employees. Working with us comes with a variety of benefits, including:
•     Travel Perks: Enjoy discounted travel opportunities around the world with SAS.
•     Health & Wellness: Access to health and wellness benefits, including a newly renovated gym with complimentary classes such as CrossFit and yoga.
•     Discounts: Receive discounts from a wide range of brands, as well as on transportation to and from airports, airport shops, hotels, and car rentals.
•     Work Environment: Our office location in Frösundavik offers a vibrant workspace with a restaurant, café, and easy access to outdoor activities in Hagaparken and Brunnsviken. Engage in running, tennis, outdoor gym sessions, kayaking, and stand-up paddling with equipment available free of charge.
•     Convenient Commute: Benefit from a non-stop bus service connecting our office to Central Station, Solna station, and commuter trains, alongside a network of cycle paths.
 

Other of Importance

•    Deadline for application: 1/1/2025. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as interviews are conducted continuously, and the position may be filled before the application deadline.
•    Desired startdate: As soon as possible
•    Position: Fulltime (100%) starting with a 6-month probation period

Is this you? If so, come fly with us! 

If you have questions about this position, you are warmly welcome to contact Fredrik Jangendal, Talent Acquisition Specialist, via email: fredrik.jangendal@sas.se.

We look forward to hearing from you!
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