Business Controller

Business Controller

Here at Atlas Copco Deeside, we are looking for a Business Controller to join the team, responsible for accurate, relevant and timely business & financial analysis, supporting general management in making effective business decisions.

In addition to core financial responsibilities, the Business Controller also serves as a Director and Company Secretary of Atlas Copco IAS UK Ltd, ensuring full compliance with legal obligations, Companies House filings, governance standards, and board administration.

The Business Controller is a key member of the Senior Management Team, contributing to strategic direction, operational performance, and long‑term business development.

Roles and responsibilities

• Lead all core finance operations including AP/AR, GL, month‑end close, statutory reporting, tax compliance, audits, and adherence to IFRS and internal governance.

• Drive financial planning & performance management through budgeting, forecasting, KPI tracking, modelling, profitability analysis, and strategic decision support.

• Shape and execute strategic initiatives such as long‑term planning, digital transformation, sustainability, and continuous improvement across the finance function.

• Develop and lead the Finance team, building organisational capability, fostering collaboration, and ensuring strong cross‑functional communication.

• Act as a key business partner, providing clear financial insights, managing stakeholder relationships, ensuring ethical governance, and proactively identifying risks and opportunities.

To succeed, you will need

• Strong analytical capability with the ability to challenge constructively
• High emotional intelligence: listening, influencing, collaboration
• Confident communicator able to engage across all functions and levels
• Hands‑on, proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
• Resilient, optimistic, open‑minded, and comfortable with change
• Strong leadership skills, able to motivate, develop, and drive team performance
• Maintain integrity, ethical behaviour, and sound judgement at all times.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location: Deeside, Flintshire

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our Atlas Copco IAS UK Ltd in Deeside, United Kingdom (GB).

Contact information

 Talent Acquisition Team: Giorgia Paoloni.