R&D Finance Analyst

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Global R&D Controller __ In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide financial expertise to your assigned organization. Each day, you will compile and analyze various relevant metrics, identify trends and problems, and communicate information to relevant groups. You will also showcase your expertise by recommending actions to improve financial performance of a specific business. This role is contributing to the MOPH in Global R&D function. Main stakeholders are MOHP, MODP and MO Research Center. The work model for the role is hybrid. #LI-Hybrid You will be mainly accountable for: Support month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data through reconciliations, validation, and exception analysis. Ensure compliance of processes and internal controls with company policies and regulatory requirements. Support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes. Prepare management reports and presentations, summarizing key insights and recommendations. Act as key user for the LiFe (License Fee) application, including Change Board representation and user support. Manage end-to-end license fee processes and ensure complete, audit-compliant documentation. Collect, consolidate, and validate license-based revenue data to support rolling forecast calculations and identify variances. Review Planisware data at project and supplier level to ensure high-quality forecasting inputs. Analyze business performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and recommending improvement actions. Drive process improvements through automation, standardization, and efficiency enhancements Own and manage the customer-funded projects process. Support MDG-F / MDG-C processes and manage purchase order activities. Qualifications for the role Bachelor’s degree in finance accounting or a related field from an accredited institution. 3+ years of experience in similar roles. Experience in ERP (SAP) module, NORRD, Power BI & Excel Skilled in preparation, presentation, and understanding financial analysis and financial results as well as the implementation of action plans to improve financial analysis indicators. Experienced with forecasts for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end. Fluency in English enabling smooth communication is a must. Demonstrated ownership mindset with the ability to take responsibility for assigned tasks, work independently, and proactively drive deliverables to successful completion. Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.