About this role
<p>Req ID 84425 | Częstochowa, Poland, ZF Automotive Systems Poland Sp. z o.o.</p> <p> </p> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About the Team</b></H2> </div><div><p>We are looking for a skilled professional to drive financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis for one of the IT functions. This role demands strong reporting capabilities, a sharp analytical approach, and the ability to work closely with stakeholders to support strategic and operational decisions. With a focus on financial transparency and process coordination, the position offers a chance to contribute meaningfully to the IT department financial direction while working in a collaborative and data-driven environment.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What you can look forward to as a Senior Controlling Specialist (m/f/d):</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the Operational Planning process across the domain, coordinating inputs for cost, workforce, income and investments, and ensuring alignment with business targets;</li> <li>Prepare and maintain rolling forecasts, integrating key financial and operational drivers to support agile and forward-looking business steering;</li> <li>Deliver monthly performance reviews, including variance analysis and commentary on key metrics;</li> <li>Contribute to the Strategic Planning cycle by preparing long-term financial scenarios;</li> <li>Ensure structural accuracy and data consistency in reporting systems (e.g., FACT, SAP BW, ZP1), acting as a key contact for system governance;</li> <li>Coordinate organizational changes and structural updates within the domain, ensuring compliance with internal standards and operational continuity;</li> <li>Participation in projects (from reviewing projects feasibility through financial impact analysis and accounting treatment recommendations);</li> <li>Process documentation and improvements.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Your Profile as a Senior Controlling Specialist (m/f/d):</strong></p> <ul> <li>University degree in Economics, Finance, Business Informatics (or in a related field);</li> <li>Approx. 5 years in a controlling or financial area within a complex organizational structure;</li> <li>Ability to work with large datasets, diligence and accuracy;</li> <li>Ability to interpret financial data, generate meaningful insights, and present findings in a clear and structured way to both financial and non-financial stakeholders;</li> <li>Ability to understand the broader business context and contribute to strategic discussions with a commercial mindset;</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage confidently across functions and levels;</li> <li>Experience with SAP, Excel and Power Point Fluent in English, both written and spoken;</li> <li>Optional: Knowledge of PowerBI.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Why you should choose ZF in Poland?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Become part of ZF Group - global technology company offering you international opportunities;</li> <li>Contract of employment with a flexible hybrid work model;</li> <li>Join collaborative team that values open communication, mutual support, and a positive working atmosphere;</li> <li>Go through complex onboarding process and welcome trainings sessions - you will not be alone to take off;</li> <li>Work in a diverse, international environment with various teams and stakeholders;</li> <li>Annual performance bonus and monthly attendance bonus;</li> <li>Private medical care through Luxmed (standard package fully covered) and life insurance under favorable corporate terms;</li> <li>MyBenefit platform for sport activities, wellness, travel, entertainment, and more.</li> </ul></div></div></div><p> </p> <p>Be part of our ZF team as Senior Controlling Specialist (m/f/d) and apply now!</p> <p>Contact</p> <p>Anna Zygmułka-Reszka</p>