Controller (m/f/d) - Business Partner & Commercial Management

Stellenbeschreibung:

About us:

Bauermeister combines innovative strength and a long tradition in mechanical engineering to create tailor‑made solutions for customers worldwide. With over 135 years of experience, Bauermeister is one of the world's leading manufacturers of grinding and screening equipment for the food, mineral, and chemical industries. With locations in Germany, Scotland, and the USA, the company is part of the Probat Group, the world market leader for machines and equipment for the coffee and cocoa industry.

Your Responsibilities

In your role as Controller (m/f/d) , you will act as a commercial authority and business partner for Bauermeister Zerkleinerungstechnik GmbH. You will be responsible for the economic management of the company and will support management and specialist departments with sound analyses, transparent reporting, and clear recommendations for action.

You will monitor earnings development, manage liquidity and working capital, and actively participate in planning, forecasting, and closing processes. In addition, you will be the central commercial interface to PROBAT Group Finance and will be involved in projects for the further development of controlling processes, systems, and instruments.

Location : Norderstedt (near Hamburg)

Organizational classification : The position is based in the commercial department and works closely with the management and Group Finance.

International connections : Due to its integration into the PROBAT Group, there is regular coordination with international locations and central group functions.

Your Tasks

Analysis, commentary, and control of monthly earnings development
Conducting deviation analyses and deriving concrete recommendations for action
Collaboration on measures for sustainable earnings improvement
Participation in budget, investment, and forecast processes
Preparing reports and presentations for management and specialist departments
Supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with the German Commercial Code (HGB)
Planning and monitoring liquidity and managing working capital
Checking and approving invoices and travel expenses
Collaborating on cross‑departmental projects and further developing controlling processes and systems

Your Profile

Completed (technical) university degree in business administration with a focus on finance and/or controlling
Several years of professional experience in controlling at an international manufacturing company
Knowledge of contract law is an advantage
Strong analytical and structured approach to work
Strong communication skills and enjoyment of working with different interfaces
Confident use of Office 365 and ERP systems, ideally AMS++ and AMS Finance
Very good German and English skills

We offer you

A strong team in a forward‑thinking company
an attractive salary package
Flat hierarchies and direct communication
Structured induction and individual development
flexible working hours and the option of mobile working, depending on your area of responsibility
A modern working environment with international projects