Controlling & Finance Manager - Lubrication Lifetime Solutions

Lubrication Lifetime Solutions is one of four independent Business Units in SKF with a complete end-to-end and full value chain responsibility, covering the world´s all regions. Our business unit supports the SKF organization and our customers with solutions for reliable lubrication and consists of two main Business Lines: Automatic Lubrication Systems (ALS) and Manual Lubrication Systems (MLS), complemented with RecondOil and MPT. Lubrication Business Unit entails ~2000 employees across the world, and 8 manufacturing sites spread over 6 countries.

Are you ready to make a real impact in a global organization? Do you thrive in international finance environments and want to help shape the future of a dynamic business unit?
If so, we'd love to meet you

 Controlling & Finance Manager – Lubrication Lifetime Solutions
Chodov – Czech Republic

 As a key member of the local Management Team in Chodov, you will lead financial operations and drive strategic decision-making. 

What you can expect in the role 

•    Optimization and strengthening of the Controlling & finance team, built up controlling processes to ensure transparency and efficient reporting

•    Responsibility for the internal and external reporting, timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and CZ statutory reporting, as well as ensuring compliance with Group accounting standards

•    Driving the improvement of existing and the implementation of new reporting and controlling tools

•    Responsible for carrying out actual vs plan comparisons and deviation analyses

•    Creation of business plans, forecasts, and long-term planning

•    Carrying out profitability and cash flow analyses and creating business cases for strategic projects and investments

•    Support on Standard Cost Calculation

•    Close cooperation with management and functional managers in all controlling and accounting topics, as well as with our Shared Service Finance Center and Group Finance

What we expect you to have/be

•    University degree in business administration with a focus on finance, controller, or accountant, or a comparable qualification

•    Several years of relevant professional experience in Controlling and Finance in a manufacturing company, ideally in a management position

•    Strong expertise in analysis, budgeting, and cost control 

•    In-depth knowledge of the preparation of individual and consolidated financial statements in accordance with HGB and IFRS

•    Proficiency in financial software (e.g. SAP, Excel, business intelligence tools)

•    Analytical mindset with a structured and solution-oriented approach 

•    Excellent communication skills – able to simplify complex controlling/financial topics

•    Fluent Czech and English skills (fluency in German is a plus)

Why joining us

•    As Controlling & Finance Manager, you take on a key role in the Controlling/financial management and further development of our company

•    You will actively shape the future with your ideas, your strategic foresight, and your creative drive

•    We offer independent work in an international environment as well as a versatile and varied field of activity

•    Flexible working hours and mobile working

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

Some additional information
This position will be located at Chodov, Czech Republic.

Is this you? 
If the answer is yes, submit your application no later than November 28th, 2025. 

Please note that we can't accept applications via email.

We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations.