About the job
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic finance professional to join our Group Finance team in a dual role that seamlessly blends strategic Group-wide financial analysis with direct collaboration alongside C-suite executives in Corporate controlling.
This position allows you to split your focus between supporting Group FP&A tasks—analyzing performance metrics across various countries and operating units, preparing presentations for the board, and refining our planning processes—and managing the financial performance of our Corporate unit, working closely with our Group CFO and corporate function leaders.
If you crave variety, visibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact across the organization, this role is tailored for you.
Group FP&A Support (50%):
Drive Performance Excellence Across the Group
- Collaborate with Finance and Reporting teams to oversee monthly closings and quarterly forecasting.
- Conduct thorough financial analyses of different countries and operating units, preparing insightful business reviews.
- Track vital balance sheet KPIs such as DSO, WIP, and receivables, highlighting trends and suggesting actions.
- Assist in the preparation and presentation of KPI analyses for key management forums (Board, Executive Committee, Business Reviews).
- Provide actionable insights to business unit leaders during monthly performance reviews.
- Implement corporate guidelines, KPI definitions, and planning assumptions across the organization.
Shape the Future of Financial Planning
- Contribute to the continuous optimization of group controlling processes, including EPM deployment.
- Enhance our budgeting and forecasting frameworks.
- Design and refine dashboards that empower the finance team and senior management.
- Create analytical tools that convert data into strategic insights.
- Assist Group management with ad-hoc financial analyses.
Group Corporate Controlling (50%)
Own Corporate Financial Performance
- Lead the monthly closing processes for the Corporate unit, delivering accurate P&L reports with insightful variance analysis (actual vs. forecast/budget).
- Prepare and actively engage in monthly Corporate business reviews, presenting financial performance to senior leadership.
- Challenge assumptions, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to optimize Corporate expenditures.
Partner with Executive Leadership
- Work closely with the Group COO and CFO to develop the Corporate Budget, translating strategic priorities into financial plans.
- Offer dedicated financial support to Directors of Corporate Functions (HR, IT, Legal, Communications, etc.).
- Act as a trusted advisor on budget management, business cases, and strategic initiatives.