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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Junior Business Controller (Almaty, Kazakhstan)
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About this Position
Henkel is in search of a Junior Business Controller in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and business analytics while supporting key controlling activities across Kazakhstan, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams, contribute to financial processes, and develop essential skills within a global FMCG environment.
What you´ll do
- Support for controlling and business projects within Business Units in Kazakhstan, Central Asia and Caucasus countries.
- Prepare standard financial reporting on a regular basis using Excel and internal platforms.
- Conduct analysis and budget estimation for Marketing and Administration.
- Collaborate with other departments by providing financial data, support, and cost optimization analysis.
- Assist with the monthly rolling forecast for income and spending (P&L analysis).
- Contribute to monthly/quarterly P&L closing in cooperation with Business Units controlling.
- Assist with year-end financial statement preparation.
What makes you a good fit
- 4-year students or graduates in fields such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, or Data Analytics.
- Availability to work full-time. Good knowledge of Excel, Power Point.
- English - Upper-intermediate. Analytical way of thinking.
- Basic experience in budgeting, financial analysis, basic knowledge of controlling (will be an advantage).
- 2+ years of experience/internships with international FMCG companies (will be an advantage).
- Familiarity with SAP (will be an advantage).
- Power BI (will be an advantage).
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Employment in an international company with well-established corporate values and standards.
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year.
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks.
- Annual bonus.
- Meal Allowance.
- Medical Insurance after probation period.
- Mobile limit.
- Additional vacation days (28 annual days in total, including extra days).
- Up to 30 days paid sick leave per year.
- Social package (other benefits in accordance with the rules of the company).
- Unlimited access to online learning platforms (Henkel, LinkedIn – 60,000+ courses).
- Unlimited psychological, legal, and financial consultations.
- Congratulations and support for personal life events (wedding, birth of a child, etc).
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26091398
Job Locations: KAZ, Almaty Province, Almaty
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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