WW Agro and Special Projects

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
We are looking for:

• The AgroGlobal Business Unit is looking for a Global Business Controller, being responsible for ensuring support and challenges to the financial performance of the GBU;
• Partner with the business, industrial controllers, platform and support teams to ensure ample coverage of all combined duties and tasks;
• Help in the continuation of the standardization process;
• You will also lead projects for P&C - this role is 50% Controller and 50% projects.
  
  

We count on you for:

• Driving and leading both the performance cycle and the management cycle
• Partnering with Business, Operations and Strategy to deliver performance and to elaborate strategic options in close collaboration with the Business & Operations Controllers;
• Business Partner to segments and regions;
• Steer the financial part of the management cycle of the entire GBU (monthly results, forecasting, roadmap);
• Provide financial guidance & insight, clearly communicate within and outside the GBUs about the overall performance of our business and operations;
• Ensure efficient processes and reliability of figures. It means that you’ll have accountability on EBITDA, Cash, CFROI (value creation) for both Aroma Performance and TS GBUs, on other consolidated figures (Actual and Forecast) for Balance Sheet and P&L as well as on the other financial indicators;
• Support other GBUs initiatives such as M&A, investment, restructuring;
• Ensure compliance with the steering of internal controls for GBU and more generally speaking, work in support of the Finance Director and in collaboration with the Corporate Finance teams to ensure compliance with IFRS norms as needed.
  
  

You will bring:

• B.S in Accounting or Finance Degree; MBA/CPA/CMA preferred;
• At least five (7) years related experience working in controlling roles ;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  
  

You will get:

• A competitive salary and comprehensive social benefits. The portuguese annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $48,400 to $73,400. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualification and internal equity and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also include bonus and/or other incentive. The primary location for this job is Portugal; however, it may also be based in other countries. For other countries, local competitive salary conditions will apply, in line with local legislation;
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations;
• Training platform for all employees;
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological).
  
  

Additional information:

• Hybrid work
  
  

About Us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
  
  

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