Financial Controller (Team Lead)

We are supporting an international transport and logistics organisation following a recent strategic acquisition in Germany. As part of this growth, the business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller (Team Lead) to act as a trusted business partner to senior management and to help drive financial performance, governance, and operational insight.

This is a high-impact role offering broad exposure across finance leadership, compliance, reporting, and commercial decision support within a dynamically evolving environment.

The Role

Reporting to a regional finance leader, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the General Manager and leadership team by providing clear financial insights, robust forecasting, and strong controllership. The role combines hands‑on finance execution with strategic business partnering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the local finance team, ensuring high performance, engagement, and alignment with business priorities
• Act as the primary finance business partner to the General Manager, supporting strategic and operational decision‑making
• Ensure strong internal controls and full compliance with group finance policies and procedures
• Deliver accurate and timely month‑end close and management reporting in line with corporate calendars
• Prepare and analyse financial results, including variance analysis versus forecast and prior year
• Take ownership of statutory accounts preparation and on‑time local filings
• Drive forecast accuracy through weekly, monthly, and quarterly forecasting processes
• Lead the Annual Operating Plan, long‑range planning, and quarterly forecasts
• Partner with operations and commercial teams to establish standardised KPIs measuring service efficiency, productivity, and profitability
• Implement reporting and insights around pipeline performance, quotation activity, and service contract profitability

Your Profile

• Proven experience in a Finance Controller, Finance Manager, or similar role
• Strong background in financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance within an international or matrix organisation
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence commercial decisions
• Experience leading or coordinating finance teams
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable business insight
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• Fluency in English and German