IT Controlling Lead Specialist

IT Controlling Lead Specialist A quick look here can change lives! We usually respond within two weeks Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as IT Controlling Lead Specialist . In this role you will support to establish and maintain sufficient transparency of planned and actual IT expenditures and headcount for global and divisional IT organizations. Transparency should be given by cost type, function, application or project at a granularity tailored to the target audience. You will support the creation and maintenance of clear definitions around IT financials as well as the implementation of efficient processes and tools to enable accountability and sound decision making. Should you be interested in overseeing these tasks and aiming for enhanced performance standards, your role will involve : Lead Rolling Forecast planning and consolidation for your assigned IT scope, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business needs. Analyze Actuals vs Plan monthly, providing root‑cause insights and clear explanations for senior IT and Finance leaders. Coordinate IT CAPEX planning, reporting, capitalization, and compliance with accounting standards. Oversee IT-related inputs for the monthly accruals process , ensuring accuracy and alignment with Shared Service Centers. Manage IT headcount reporting , proactively identifying and correcting data inconsistencies. Support IT project value analysis and business cases , ensuring correct financial reflection in forecasts. Improve IT controlling processes , definitions, reporting structures, and governance frameworks. Develop and maintain IT financial reporting structures (GL accounts, cost centers, project codes). Maintain IT‑related approval flows in finance tools, ensuring governance and audit readiness. Create and deliver training materials for IT finance processes and tools. And if you have/are: Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Economics . Solid experience in controlling within a production environment , including monthly closing, reporting, forecasting, and product costing. Strong analytical skills and resilience, with the ability to translate numbers into meaningful business insights. Experience collaborating with director‑level stakeholders or above. Knowledge of US GAAP , SAP/AFIS/OneStream, and strong Excel skills (Power BI is a plus). Fluent in English. Ability to work independently in a global, decentralized environment. We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals. IT is the largest global organization within Autoliv. In our international work setting, you will find broad range of opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the globe. This will enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. More lives saved – more life lived! Department Information Technology (IT) Locations Autoliv Romania , Autoliv Poland , Autoliv Hungary , Autoliv Germany Remote status Hybrid Autoliv Romania Autoliv Poland Autoliv Hungary Autoliv Germany Outstanding People Embracing Change Our position as a worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, saving 37,000 lives every year, is achieved by our approximately 65,000 outstanding colleagues around the world. Their diverse assets, breadth and depth of expertise and desire to develop, in combination with Autoliv’s ambition to enable fulfilling careers, supports our vision of Saving More Lives. Learn more about our culture and Key Behaviours About Autoliv Group Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions. At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2025, our products saved 40,000 lives and reduced 600,000 injuries. Our ~64,000 colleagues in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers, with their 17 test tracks. Founded in 1953 Coworkers 64,000 Turnover 10.8 B USD