Global Business Controller for Group Staff Departments (AVP)

Background on what ING is about:

ING Hubs Philippines (ING Hubs PH) is an international part of the ING organization delivering services to many Business Units across the world for both Wholesale Banking and Retail Banking activities. Working for ING Hubs PH means working with the most diverse workforce and where no challenge is the same.

At ING our purpose is to empower people to stay a step ahead in life and business. We believe that sustainable progress is driven by people with the imagination and determination to make a better future for themselves and those around them.

ING is changing what banking is. For you, that means plenty of opportunities for personal growth in a continuously evolving environment. If this is the environment you thrive in, then apply and join us in changing the future of banking!

Your Work Environment

As a Global Business Controller, you will be part of Group Finance MA team supporting ING Executive Leadership Team (ELT) on all financial matters, in close cooperation with global cost management team of Group Finance as well as other global finance colleagues.

The Business Controller for Corporate Staff supports ING's Senior Management on both tactical and strategic level. As part of Group Finance, you and your team are responsible for all control activities related to the number of Corporate Staff departments. A challenging position that places high demands on both your analytical skills and your social skills. You are in direct contact with C-level executives. You collect the information, make analyses and present your findings.

As a good Finance Business Partner you prepare budgets, make forecasts and support business cases. But above all you are a committed sparring partner. You know exactly what's going on. You think along and anticipate things. You are able to intervene and adjust where necessary, based on your knowledge and expertise.

In this specific role, you are also responsible for standardizing and automating several management accounting and reporting processes as well as senior management reports and dashboards. You contribute to the set-up and implementation of various cost models, including service level allocation processes using Gateway principles. Accordingly, together with other team members, you streamline management accounting and reporting practices to enable continuous improvement in finance and business advice processes.

Responsibilities

• Sparring partner for senior management in strategic and tactical decision making
• Provide reports and analysis in a timely manner to support management decisions
• Advise on all matters concerning operational efficiency, cost modelling, allocation, financial planning and control
• Prepare Dynamic Plan / budget with the dept's, including both Baseline activities and Change initiatives
• Follow cost trends and adjust Rolling Forecast periodically
• Perform run-rate analysis, advise on cost efficiency opportunities and prepare business cases for Change programs
• Reporting and analysis (vs. Plan) of Actual spend using standard dashboards and other tools
• Full control of costs (P&L) and FTEs, including the review & approval of requisitions, cost charging and analytical review
• Monitor the maintenance and optimization of general ledger, i.e. review cost trends, calculate accruals, prepare manual adjustments
• Maintain effective management of MA data-sources and monitor implementation of org. structure changes (i.e. Info Memos, RFAs)
• Review and advise on Balance Sheet positions, including restructuring and litigation provisions, asset capitalization, amortization and impairment testing as/when required
• Support CSDs in determining cost allocation model, service level charging initiatives and effective location strategy where necessary

Key Capabilities/Experience & Minimum Qualifications

We hire smart people like you for your potential. Our biggest expectation is that you’ll stay curious, keep learning, and take on responsibility. In return, we’ll support your growth and development.

You bring:

• University (Bachelor’s/Master’s) degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field. Professional certifications are a plus.
• At least 8+ years of professional working experience in a relevant position such as Finance Business Partner, Finance Business Partner, Business controller, or compatible
• Strong Communication Skills (verbal and written)
• Strong attention to details and accuracy and analytical skills
• Naturally curious and able to think several steps ahead
• Track record in a complex and dynamic environment
• Organizational sensitivity and effective conflict management skills
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with strong interpersonal skills for interfacing with all levels of management
• A pro-active attitude and ability to operate in a demanding and changing environment
• ​IFRS experience is beneficial