About this role
As a Business Unit Controller you support and drive the financial performance of our assigned Business Units. In this role, you act as a trusted business partner to management, providing financial insights, performance monitoring, and decision support to ensure the achievement of strategic and operational objectives. You actively participate in cross-functional AI initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies to optimize financial processes, improve analytical capabilities, and support the digital transformation of the Controlling function.
Act as the main finance business partner for Business Unit management teamsServe as the key interface between HQ Controlling and local Business UnitsMonitor and control the financial performance of assigned Business Units and countriesAnalyse Business Unit profitability, cash flow, and key performance indicatorsParticipate in the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting cyclesPrepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reportsPerform variance analyses and identify risks and opportunities against budget and forecastSupport Business Unit managers with financial decision-making and performance improvement initiativesProvide regular reporting packages and presentations to senior management and other stakeholdersMonitor operational expenditure (OPEX) and overhead costs to ensure budget adherenceDrive process improvements, reporting automation, and financial transparencyCollaborate closely with Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Project Finance, and other corporate functionsParticipate in the implementation and enhancement of financial planning and reporting systemsPrepare and deliver ad-hoc analyses and management presentationsSupport Group Accounting and other global functions in controlling-related matters Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or a related fieldAt least 5 years of professional experience in Business Controlling, FP&A, Corporate Controlling, or Finance in an international environment; experience in the renewable energy industry is advantageousStrong understanding of Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow managementExcellent analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills paired with the ability to translate financial information into actionable business insightsStrong stakeholder management, communication and business partnering capabilities, including presentation skillsExcellent project management skills with the ability to adapt to shifting prioritiesHands-on mentality with a proactive, solution-oriented mindsetExperience with, or enthusiasm for, AI-driven finance and controlling solutionsBusiness fluency in English is required; German and additional languages are an advantageExperience with ERPs, BI, and planning tools, such as Business Central, LucaNet, xP&A and PowerBI is a must We know that no candidate ticks every box. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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