Head of Group Controlling (f / m / d)

SMS group is renowned worldwide for its future-oriented technologies and outstanding service for the metals industry. In 2023, our team of over 14,400 employees around the world generated sales of more than 3.4 billion euros. We apply our 150 years of experience and our digital know-how to provide the industry continuously with innovative products and processes that extend beyond our core business. We are the right partner for challenging projects and support our customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their plants and equipment. Paving the way for a carbon‑neutral and sustainable metals industry is our stated goal.

Become a part of our future at SMS group GmbH in Mönchengladbach or Hilchenbach where we're looking to recruit a

YOU ACT

You are responsible for managing our group and investment controlling team at the headquarters and managing the related reporting processes, policies and systems in close collaboration with the finance teams of subsidiaries worldwide.

• Responsible for the monthly and annual IFRS financial statements of the consolidated subsidiaries, and for ensuring compliance with group standards and regulatory requirements
• Lead financial reporting and manage processes for actuals, forecasting and variance analysis at group level
• Develop further the integrated reporting system to create meaningful dashboards and improve our business analytics, e.g. through AI-based solutions
• Collaborate closely with internal / external stakeholders and in particular with local finance teams to ensure accurate reporting, planning, and cash flow management
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO and executive team, providing ad‑hoc financial analysis and decision papers to drive the global finance strategy
• Coach, lead and develop the team by fostering professional growth
• Lead or support cross‑functional projects of the management board e.g. Integration of new subsidiaries, M&A activities, business plans / strategies, strategic investments

YOU KNOW

We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our processes and solutions. If this is you and you bring in the following knowledge, we'd love to talk :

• Master’s degree in finance, controlling, accounting, or an equivalent field.
• 5+ years of experience in a finance management role, preferably in a multinational company with 5000+ employees.
• Excellent knowledge of group controlling tools and methods, IFRS accounting principles, group consolidation, financial analytics, process modelling and KPI analysis
• Mastery of finance, group reporting and investment controlling. Ideally already confident SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP BW, Tagetik, SAP S / 4HANA,
• Commercial mindset with the ability to link financial insights to business performance measures.
• Experience in advising management and interacting effectively in international matrix organizations
• Willingness to travel regularly internationally
• Fluent in English and German skills

WE CONVINCE

As an innovative and international employer, we offer you a performance‑oriented salary package and the opportunity to achieve the ideal family / work life balance, e.g. with our in‑house children's daycare center, flexible working hour models, and homeworking options. S.