Senior Business Controller at Lyten

Skellefteå, Vasterbotten County, Sweden

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Energy, Mobility, Construction, Defense, Advanced MaterialsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Economics
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in FP&A or a Controlling function, with significant experience supporting senior business leaders
  • Proven track record in complex financial modelling and advanced profitability analysis
  • Professional qualification such as CPA, CMA, or CFA is highly desirable
  • Experience in a high-growth, manufacturing, or project-based environment is preferred
  • Expert proficiency in using ERP systems and dedicated business intelligence/data visualization tools
  • Mastery of financial modelling, valuation techniques, and scenario planning
  • Exceptional abilities (inferred from context, e.g., in financial analysis and advisory)

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary financial liaison and advisor to Senior VPs or C-level functional leaders, driving alignment between operational goals and financial targets
  • Lead the creation of sophisticated financial models for new investments, business cases, pricing strategies, and long-term capital allocation within the assigned business unit
  • Design and implement relevant KPIs and reporting structures (e.g., dashboards) to track and analyse business performance, cost of goods sold (COGS), and variance against AOP (Annual Operating Plan)
  • Oversee the comprehensive budgeting and forecasting cycles for the supported business unit, ensuring rigor and accuracy in all submissions
  • Identify and champion cost reduction and process efficiency initiatives that significantly impact the company’s bottom line
  • Fully accountable for the accuracy of the entire assigned business unit's OPEX and CAPEX budget and forecasts
  • Directly manage a portion of the central FP&A OPEX budget allocated for business unit support tools
  • May have 1-2 direct reports, typically junior Business Analysts or Business Controllers, and is responsible for their guidance and mentorship
  • Authorized to approve and greenlight low-to-moderate CAPEX projects and new operational expenses for the business unit within approved limits
  • Can formally challenge and require re-prioritization of initiatives based on financial viability and ROI analysis

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

financial modelingstrategic financial partnershipbusiness case developmentpricing strategiescapital allocationfinancial analysisexecutive advising

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment opportunity.

What is the location or remote work policy for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities for the Senior Business Controller?

Key responsibilities include acting as a strategic financial partner to senior leaders, leading complex financial modeling, performance management with KPIs and dashboards, overseeing annual planning and budgeting, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What does Lyten's company culture emphasize?

Lyten emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and purpose, with a focus on making a difference through innovative supermaterials and being part of something bigger.

Does this role involve managing a team?

Yes, the role may have 1-2 direct reports, typically junior Business Analysts or Business Controllers, with responsibility for their guidance and mentorship.

Lyten

Develops 3D graphene for clean energy

About Lyten

Lyten develops and applies three-dimensional graphene to support clean energy initiatives. This material is lighter, stronger, and cleaner, making it suitable for industries aiming for net-zero emissions. Lyten's main clients are large companies in high carbon-emission sectors looking for sustainable solutions. They create applications using their 3D graphene to help these sectors reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining profitability. A significant product is their Lithium-Sulfur battery, which could enhance the affordability and efficiency of electric vehicles. Lyten's goal is to drive innovation across various industries through their materials platform, contributing to the decarbonization movement. Their revenue comes from partnerships and product sales, and they have secured substantial investments from major corporations.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$357MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Over-reliance on lithium-sulfur technology amidst advancing alternatives poses a risk.
Integration challenges from Cuberg acquisition may impact production timelines.
$1 billion Gigafactory investment could strain finances if demand falls short.

Differentiation

Lyten transforms methane into 3D Graphene, a tunable supermaterial for decarbonization.
Their lithium-sulfur batteries target automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors.
Lyten's polymer composite reduces plastic usage by up to 50% without losing integrity.

Upsides

Lyten's $1 billion Gigafactory investment scales lithium-sulfur battery production.
Partnership with Stellantis enhances market reach in the automotive sector.
$650 million support from US Ex-Im Bank boosts financial stability for expansion.

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