At least 4-year university degree, e.g., Master of Business Administration with a focus on Finance/Controlling
Several years of professional experience in Controlling
In-depth knowledge of national and international accounting standards (HGB/US GAAP)
Confident handling of Controlling tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, OneStream)
Very good English skills (at least level B2)
Analytical thinking, initiative, and strong team skills
Responsibilities
Reporting & Forecasting: Contribute to group reporting under HGB/US GAAP, prepare budgets, monitor forecasts, analyze deviations, and derive optimization measures
Systems & Optimization: Develop and optimize operational controlling systems (e.g., SAP, OneStream) and introduce new methods to ensure financial transparency
Audits & Compliance: Support internal and external audits and ensure data consistency in operational areas
Cost & Investment Controlling: Monitor budget targets, support investment applications, and perform profitability calculations
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Close cooperation with Sales, Production, and Purchasing departments, especially on forecasts, price negotiations, and make-or-buy decisions
Inventory & Special Projects: Participate in HGB inventories and actively support the implementation of special controlling projects