German Speaking Senior Controller; Hybrid

Salary: €75,000 – €90,000 gross p.a. + variable bonus

Contract:
Full-time, Permanent

Languages:
German (C1, business fluent) & English (B2+)

Experience: 3–5+ years in Controlling / FP&A

Salary: €75,000 – €90,000 gross p.a. + variable bonus

Contract:
Full-time, Permanent

Languages:
German (C1, business fluent) & English (B2+)

Experience: 3–5+ years in Controlling / FP&A

Our client is Europe's market leader in vehicle accessories and transport solutions, operating across wholesale and e-commerce. With a success story spanning over 25 years and an international team of 101 to 500 employees, the company has expanded from its strong roots in German-speaking markets into an established international player—running dedicated online shops in France, Czech Republic, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Netherlands, Belgium, and Switzerland.

• Financial Planning & Forecasting:
  Spearhead annual financial planning, budgeting procedures, and rolling forecast generation; construct clear, insightful financial documentation and presentations for executive leadership, shareholders, and investment partners.
• Business Partnering:
  Partner closely with division directors and department leads to pinpoint operational bottlenecks and co-develop tailored financial solutions.
• BI & Data Analytics:
  Drive the deployment and continuous improvement of the new Data Analytics infrastructure (Big Query & Power BI) while refining underlying data models.
• KPI Frameworks & Steering:
  Establish, implement, and track core operational KPIs to guide daily business activities and derive actionable management guidance.
• Strategic Projects & Analysis:
  Perform variance analyses, profitability assessments, and support organization-wide investment decisions alongside strategic corporate initiatives.
• Accounting & Cost Management:
  Assist with month-end closing activities, cost control initiatives, and detailed balance sheet evaluations.
• International
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Maintain active communication and operational alignment with international subsidiaries (e.g., France, Sweden, Switzerland).

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related academic discipline.
• Experience:
  
  3–5+ years of relevant experience in Controlling / FP&A (ideally within an international corporate scope).
• BI & Data
  
  Skills:
  
  Deep understanding of data modeling principles paired with practical experience using BI software (Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud, Tableau).
• Systems:
  Advanced MS Excel capabilities (Power Query / VBA preferred) along with solid knowledge of enterprise ERP and financial platforms (ideally SAP ERP and Luca Net).
• Languages:
  
  Fluent German (C1 level, business proficient) and strong professional English (B2+ level).
• Mindset:
  Proactive, analytical, and structured approach with a hands‑on work ethic, strong assertiveness, and enthusiasm for digital transformation and AI integration.

• Attractive Package:
  Base salary of €75,000 – €90,000 p.a. plus an additional bonus scheme (aligned with the CFO) and a permanent employment contract.
• Impact & Visibility:
  Direct reporting line to the CFO, high executive visibility, and substantial autonomy to construct and modernize internal controlling frameworks.
• Flexibility:
  Flexible working schedules, up to 2 home‑office days weekly (distance‑dependent), and 30 days of paid annual leave.
• Corporate Perks:
  Edenred voucher card, company pension scheme, Job Rad bicycle leasing, and childcare expense subsidies.