Philips Finance Controller 

China, Guangdong Province, Shenzhen 

27911525

Finance Controller China

This is a newly created role for BU Emergency Care, which will be carved out from Philips at the end of 2025. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and establish finance operations for the NewCo. As the Finance Controller for China, you will play a critical role in building and shaping the financial backbone of the organization during this transformational phase. This role will serve as the finance business partner to local R&D and Operations teams, with additional ad hoc support to the Commercial team. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and insightful analysis to drive operational and strategic decision-making.

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial and management reporting for the R&D and Operations in the China region.

• Consolidate and oversee legal entity reporting, including the balance sheet, profit & loss statement, cash flow statements, and other required disclosures.

• Deliver internal financial performance reports, including monthly results, quarterly forecasts, and annual operating plans.

• Lead resolution of local accounting issues, collaborating with Infosys and other external partners to drive continuous improvements in accounting processes.

• Support financial audits and tax documentation preparation.

Financial Business Partnering

• Partner with the China R&D leader and Operation leader to achieve financial and strategic targets related to R&D and Operation performance.

• Provide financial analysis and decision support to guide investment decisions.

• Represent the company in discussions with external stakeholders, including auditors, tax authorities, customers, and suppliers.

Disentanglement & Transition to NewCo

• Actively participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), proactively identifying and addressing issues while collaborating with the disentanglement team.

• Provide financial expertise to support a smooth transition from Philips to the NewCo.

You're the right fit if:

• Experience: Minimum 8 years in finance roles, with a strong background in both accounting and FP&A. Experience in supporting R&D and Operation organizations is a strong plus.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Technical Skills:

• Solid understanding of IFRS and US GAAP.

• Proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel skills.

• Language requirements: fluent in both English and Mandarin (written and spoken)

• Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Team player with the ability to build trust and collaboration across finance and non-finance teams.

• Adaptability and openness to change, with the ability to navigate ambiguity.

• Self-starter with a proactive mindset.