Global FP&A Manager

For our client Aurobay / Horse Powertrain, we're looking for an interim Global FP&A Manager, Aurobay develops and produces world-class hybrid engines and transmissions. With factories on two continents - Sweden and China - we're a pioneering global supplier of propulsion technology, development services and contract manufacturing. The Aurobay brand brings together over 9,000 dedicated and determined people that design, develop, and manufacture next-generation powertrain solutions for a global market. Aurobay is part of HORSE Powertrain Limited, a global leader in powertrain solutions. The Group has 19,000 employees, 17 plants and 5 R&D centers across three continents. We partner with OEM customers around the world and offer innovative solutions that can cater to up to 80% of the growing hybrid and combustion powertrain market, enabling a faster transition toward cleaner mobility. At Aurobay, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and believe that different perspectives and experiences make for a stronger, more innovative company. Assignment description We are seeking an interim Global FP&A Manager for a six-month fixed-term assignment, reporting to the Group FP&A Director. The role owns the global FP&A cycle across all entities and regions during a defined transition period and must be productive from the first weeks. The assignment holder owns the consolidated global P&L: monthly actuals against budget, forecast and prior year, with driver-based variance commentary. They run the forecast cycle end to end, covering templates, submission calendar, regional follow-up, consolidation and the executive review pack. The role produces the monthly management reporting pack, board and executive committee materials, and supporting ad-hoc analysis including business cases, scenario modelling and cost-base reviews. The role works directly with regional finance leads and function heads, challenging submissions rather than simply aggregating them. Within the period, the post-holder is expected to standardise templates, document definitions and mapping logic, and automate at least one manual process. The final four weeks cover a structured handover to the permanent post-holder or Group Controlling. Success is measured on cycles delivered to calendar, reporting delivered on time without rework, forecast accuracy within tolerance, and a clean documented handover. Skill requirements Essential - Minimum 3-5 years in finance, including four or more in FP&A at group or multi-region level - Personal ownership of a full budget or forecast cycle from start to finish - Multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation experience - Expert-level financial modelling in Excel - Hands-on experience with an enterprise planning tool such as Anaplan, OneStream, SAP BPC or Board - Working fluency in a major ERP environment, for example SAP or Oracle - Solid IFRS knowledge, able to reconcile management and statutory views - Ability to present and defend results to an executive audience in English - Prior interim or fixed-term experience, with evidence of becoming productive quickly in an unfamiliar environment - Availability to start at short notice Preferred - ACCA, CIMA, CPA or MBA - Manufacturing, industrial or automotive background - Experience in a joint venture, carve-out or newly established entity with immature processes - Additional language relevant to the regional footprint - Familiarity with SQL or Power BI In Aurobay assignments the consultants are expected to work in a remote desktop environment and bring and use their own equipment (i.e. computer and phone when necessary). We offer continuously. That means that we sometimes remove the assignments before deadline. If you are interested we recommend that you apply immediately. PayExpress: We now offer a fast and smooth payment solution, so you don't have to wait through long payment periods. With us, you will receive your payment within 3-5 days after your timesheet has been approved. This benefit is included as standard in almost all our contracts with no extra work on your part. Read more on below link.