Business Banking Financial Controller

Position: Business Banking Financial Performance Controller
Job Description
The Financial Controller for Business Banking will play a key role in supporting the strategic and financial performance of the Business Banking division. Reporting directly to the Head of Business Banking and working in close partnership with the Finance Business Advice team, the role will ensure robust financial management across income, costs, procurement, business cases, and scenario analysis.
This position goes well beyond cost monitoring: it involves end‑to‑end financial ownership, enabling informed decision‑making, ensuring financial discipline, and contributing to the long‑term growth and profitability of the Business Banking segment.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor, analyze, and interpret both income and cost performance of the Business Banking portfolio.
Provide meaningful insights on revenue streams, pricing, margins, and profitability drivers.
Perform monthly and quarterly performance reviews, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
Support the Head of Business Banking with forward‑looking financial analysis and strategic decision support.
Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and business plans for the Business Banking division.
Ensure alignment with overall Finance and organisational guidelines.
Develop scenario analyses and sensitivity models to support decision‑making under different market conditions and build and review business cases for new initiatives, products, and investment proposals.
Ensure robust financial modelling, clear assumptions, and alignment with strategic priorities.
Work closely with Finance Business Advice to ensure accurate reporting, alignment of financial methodologies, and consistency in performance measurement, while validating methodology and ensuring consistency across Finance.
Collaborate with the Procurement function to evaluate vendor proposals, negotiate costs, and optimise spending.
Monitor contractual obligations and ensure compliance with internal procurement guidelines.
Support cross‑functional project teams on financial evaluation and reporting.
Ensure adherence to internal financial controls, corporate policies, and regulatory standards.
Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes, tools, and reporting frameworks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field.
Proven experience (typically 4–7 years) in financial controlling, business partnering, or financial planning & analysis—preferably within banking or financial services.
Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with ability to interpret complex data.
Solid understanding of income dynamics, cost drivers, procurement processes, and business case development.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.

Skills

Strong business acumen and critical thinking.
Effective communicator with the ability to present insights clearly to senior stakeholders.
Proactive mindset, able to challenge assumptions and propose solutions.
High attention to detail, with ability to manage multiple priorities.
Team‑oriented with strong relationship‑building skills.

Languages
Fluent in English
Working conditions
Full Time
Duration
Permanent
Location
Milan (hybrid)
Benefits
In addition to being a part of a great team, working in a fun and innovative environment, we offer:

Super flexible smart working
Competitive base salaries and performance‑based bonuses
Diverse cultures & innovative mindsets
International environment
Commitment to sustainability
Lots of training development opportunities to help you grow
Lots of moments dedicated to physical and mental well‑being
A special day off when it is your birthday
Free water & coffee at the office

Commitment
Diversity is a fundamental element of our corporate culture, and we are fully committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment, based on mutual respect and the value of diversity, offering equal job opportunities to all qualified candidates.

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