Group Business Controller

Stellenbeschreibung:

Our client is a PE backed, ambitious fast-growing company with a global presence in Europe and Asia. The company is active in global markets, operates its own production site in Germany and is known for delivering technically complex solutions for demanding industries such as energy, infrastructure and offshore. Since 2022 the group has doubled in size and is undergoing a transformation in preparation for an IPO.

To secure further growth and in preparation for the planned IPO, we are looking for an experienced

GROUP BUSINESS CONTROLLER | COST & PROJECT CONTROLLING

(m/w/d)

The Group Business Controller focusses on Cost, Project and Production Controlling and acts as financial partner to business units, supporting on performance management, financial steering and decision support. The role is responsible for monitoring KPIs, analyzing profitability and ensuring that financial targets align with operational goals. The Group Business Controller plays a key role in budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis, contributing to strategic initiatives such as pricing, investment decisions and cost optimization.

The position is a single contributor role, reports to the Head of Group Controlling and works closely with the Group CFO.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and present monthly business reviews
Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes
Conduct profitability and cost analysis
Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs)
Constant monitoring of department expenses and reporting on budget exhaustion
Project cost control and analysis in various dimensions
Calculation of norms and normatives, including conversion cost norms
Management of cost center structure
Participation in the development and improvement of the methodology for closing production costs
Participation in closing the financial period with verification of control points and validation of the result
Partner with business units to support financial decision-making
Collaborate with FP&A and Accounting teams for reporting alignment

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, economics, accounting, or related field
Experience in financial analysis and planning and cost controlling
Understanding of accounting principles, standards and regulations
Experience in conducting a full budgeting cycle at an enterprise
Ability to work with large data sets in a structured manner, validate figures and build trends
Experience in various methodologies for calculating production costs
Experience in production / manufacturing industry is an advantage
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret financial data and trends
Proficient in accounting software and MS Office applications
Experienced with ERP systems Microsoft Dynamics is a plus
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong German and English skills are a must. Further languages are a plus
Ability to work cross-functional and manage multiple priorities
Good communication and presentation skills