Controller (f/m/x)

Stellenbeschreibung:

Apply for the Controller (f/m/x) role at Sysmex Europe .

Are you looking for more than just a job, for something truly meaningful and rewarding? Then Sysmex Europe SE is the place for you. As the regional headquarters for the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) region, our company is dedicated to providing essential products that help people worldwide on their healthcare journey.

Your responsibilities

What if you could play a key role in shaping Sysmex’s financial future by providing clarity, strategic insights, and proactive guidance? As a Controller (f/m/x), you act as a true Business Partner to our Business Units and functional leaders. You combine analytical strength with strategic thinking, taking ownership of planning, forecasting, and cost management while ensuring high-quality financial insights that support informed decision-making across the organization.

Strategic Cost Management

Partnering with Business Units and functional leaders to support financial and strategic objectives
Reviewing and analyzing SG&A costs, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
Driving cost optimization initiatives and ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial reporting
Conducting targeted analyses on assets, CAPEX, cash flow, and other key financial metrics
Developing and maintaining scenario-based forecasting models
Providing financial insights and recommendations for long-term strategic planning
Leading the SG&A budget planning process and improving underlying tools and workflows
Working closely with HR to align workforce planning and labor cost structures with the overall financial strategy
Ensuring accurate tracking and validation of FTE and personnel cost data

Process Optimization & Digitalization

Continuously enhancing controlling processes, reporting tools, and data quality
Contributing to digitalization and automation initiatives within the controlling function

Your profile

You will thrive in this role if you bring strong ownership, a proactive mindset, and the ambition to elevate controlling at Sysmex to the next level. Ideally, you offer the following qualifications and strengths:

Advanced degree in Business Administration, Finance, Controlling, or a related field (equivalent long-term experience in Controlling/Finance is also welcome)
Several years of experience in planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational controlling in an international environment
Proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Solid understanding of IFRS principles and their practical application in corporate reporting is beneficial but not required
Strong analytical skills and a high affinity for numbers, data, and digital tools
Demonstrated independence, proactivity, and strategic acumen
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex topics clearly and build strong partnerships
A hands‑on mindset with a commitment to identifying and implementing cost and efficiency improvements
Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken

Culture & cooperation

An appreciative work environment, open corporate culture, flat hierarchies and an inclusive and caring atmosphere. Working in an innovative and international environment with a broad learning and development landscape in our EMEA Campus, after‑work events for internal networking.

Work‑life balance

Flexible working through flextime and a hybrid working model (60% mobile working, 40% on‑site), 30 days annual leave.

Additional benefits

Attractive compensation package including Christmas and vacation pay, childcare allowance, capital‑forming benefits, subsidy for company pension scheme, corporate benefits, relocation assistance, subsidised lunch in our canteen. In‑house gym, various sports courses, massages, company medical and psychological care, workplace glasses, general health management.