Senior Project Controller

Senior Project Controller

Location: Germany (remote)

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Controller to lead and support large-scale finance transformation initiatives. This remote role based in Germany focuses on project steering, financial oversight, and executive-level reporting across cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• (Co-)Lead large-scale finance transformation projects, aligning cross-functional teams and shaping strategic outcomes.
• Track progress using tools like Jira or MS Project, identifying roadblocks and driving timely corrective actions.
• Support financial planning, forecasting, and cost control to ensure budget compliance.
• Evaluate project impact on broader financial plans, promoting transparency and proactive risk management.
• Provide executive-level reporting with clear insights on progress, costs, and strategic implications.

Requirements:

• Structured, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail and a drive for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in German and English (Spanish a plus).
• Experience in project management with tools like MS Project, Jira, Primavera, or iTWO.
• Strong skills in MS Office (especially Excel) and SAP for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and basic programming (e.g., Python) is a plus.
• Degree in Economics, Business Administration (focus on Controlling/Finance), Business Informatics, or similar.