Senior Controlling Financial Analyst

Job Overview

The Sr. Controlling Financial Analyst will oversee the end‑to‑end P&L forecasting, planning and analysis process, including coordinating all team member inputs, validating preliminary figures, and conducting variance analysis to support the rolling forecast and budget cycle.

• Analyze financial data from internal and external sources to identify trends, variances, and opportunities.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, summaries, and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to forecast order intake, revenue, operating expenses, cash flow, and profitability.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting efforts, ensuring alignment with company goals and market conditions.
• Be accountable for the end‑to‑end process of order intake, revenue, cost, and margin control for your assigned area, including budget planning, actuals monitoring, and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support budget forecasting and monitor actual performance.
• Work closely with finance, accounting, operations, and other departments to gather accurate data.
• Perform ad hoc financial analyses and calculate employee costs as part of standard and on‑demand budgeting processes.
• Support monthly and quarterly financial closing activities in coordination with business and accounting teams.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment and respond to queries related to legal entity and management reporting results.
• Prepare financial and corporate reports within set timelines and support monthly P&L analysis.
• Drive efficient reporting processes and establish adequate controls.
• Develop new models and tools to enable scalable analysis and actionable insights.
• Support market projects by providing financial guidelines to ensure proper initiative tracking.
• Identify areas for improvement, eliminate inefficiencies, and promote continuous enhancement.
• Assist with internal and external audits for your portfolio.
• Develop and maintain financial models for financing and partnerships, including due diligence and pro forma analysis.
• Deliver high‑quality analytics and variance commentary on actual and forecasted financial performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven track record in developing financial models, analyzing financial statements, and supporting strategic business decisions.
• At least 5 years of experience in FP&A, financial controlling, budgeting, and reporting.
• Experience with financial software and ERP systems such as SAP, Luca Net, Picasso, and Salesforce.
• Experience in external and management reporting.
• Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of US GAAP; familiarity with German GAAP is a plus.
• Hands‑on experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and uncover trends and insights.
• Expertise in spreadsheet functionality, data source integration, and scenario modeling.
• Advanced financial modeling skills, using Excel or specialized software.
• Keen attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in analysis, reporting, and forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization tools.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non‑financial stakeholders, verbally and in writing.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities, identifying financial challenges and recommending actionable solutions.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, thriving in fast‑paced environments with multiple priorities.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams to support business objectives.
• Strong people skills, effectively engaging and motivating peers through communication and example.
• Solid business acumen, understanding how financial decisions impact broader business goals.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including GAAP and accrual‑based accounting.
• Understanding of economic principles, financial markets, and banking, along with experience in financial data analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of compliance…