Manager, Investment Controlling

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At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting‑edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

• Partner closely with the Director PMO & Investment Controlling Americas and the Operations & Supply Chain Americas Leadership Team.
• Prepare Monthly Management Reporting for AO KPIs, including monthly results and forecasts.
• Collaborate on cross‑functional projects with multiple stakeholders, including ad hoc analysis and insights.
• Drive initiatives to further increase operational excellence and financial transparency.
• Ensure adherence to corporate standards.
• Investment Controlling:
  Develop and maintain Business Plans and Discounted Cash Flow models for AO NAMX investment projects.
• Deliver strategic financial analyses to support executive decision‑making. Coordinate CAPEX KP processes and documentation.
• Prepare quarterly updates for key investment projects, including Business Plan and DCF revisions.
• Conduct success analyses of completed investment projects. Identify and implement best practices for standardization and harmonization in investment controlling.
• PMO – Operations & Supply Chain Controlling:
  Support the execution of the Management Operating Review framework.
• Coordinate monthly reporting and performance tracking of NAMX AO KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and KPI visibility.
• Manage the GBP/PD Incentive Scheme, including target setting, alignment, and communication in collaboration with HR.

• Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field and 5+ years of experience in financial controlling, investment analysis, or PMO roles.
  • Strong analytical skills with expertise in financial modeling and discounted cash flow analysis.
  • Proven ability to manage complex cross‑functional projects and influence stakeholders.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial planning tools; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Preferred:
  • Master’s degree or MBA.
  • Experience in manufacturing or supply chain environments.
  • Familiarity with incentive schemes and performance management frameworks.
  • Knowledge of corporate governance and investment approval processes.

• Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and well‑being starting on day 1.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies, and vacation buy‑sell program.
• Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement.
• Family Support: 12‑week gender‑neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships.
• Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement.

Salary for this role is $ – $. This range may also be modified in the future.

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