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Head of Group Controlling
sparkm. Lead a small team . Further develop collaboration with internal and external stakeholders . Optimize the consolidation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS . Support the Group’s integrated
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in financial controlling, including IFRS and German GAAP compliance, while effectively leading teams and optimizing financial processes. Proficient in SAP CO/FI and MS Office, with strong analytical skills to support strategic decision-making.
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Financial ControllingIFRS ComplianceSAP CO/FI ExperienceLeadership ExperienceBilingual Communication (German and English)
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Hard Skills
Financial AnalysisBudget Variance PreparationLiquidity ForecastingKPI MonitoringData Analysis
Soft Skills
Team LeadershipAssertivenessAnalytical ThinkingResults-Oriented ApproachStrong Team Spirit
Tools & Technologies
SAP COSAP FIERP SystemsConsolidation ToolMS Office
Industry Keywords
ControllingInternational ManufacturingFinancial StatementsBusiness PartnerChange Initiatives
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead a small team
- Further develop collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Optimize the consolidation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS
- Support the Group’s integrated planning and forecasting processes
- Provide financial support to smaller Group companies and serve as a business partner/controller
- Develop analyses and commentary on business performance
- Prepare and clearly explain budget variances as a basis for business decisions
- Prepare rolling liquidity forecasts
- Provide data for strategic discussions with executive management
- Establish and further develop financial close and planning processes in the new consolidation tool
- Integrate the tool with existing ERP systems
- Further develop cross-functional KPI monitoring for strategic and operational management
Requirements
What you’ll need- Completed degree with a focus on controlling/finance or an equivalent qualification
- Several years of professional and leadership experience in controlling within an international manufacturing company
- Strong knowledge of controlling and German GAAP (HGB)/IFRS
- Confident handling of both external and internal accounting
- Strong affinity for IT and technology
- Experience with SAP CO/FI
- Excellent proficiency in MS Office
- Highly proficient professional communication skills in German and English
- Strong understanding of end-to-end processes and business relationships
- Willingness to play a key role in driving change initiatives
- Strong numerical aptitude with logical and analytical thinking skills
- Excellent communication skills, assertiveness, and a strong team spirit
- Independent, structured, and results-oriented approach to work
Benefits
Comp & perks- Base salary, bonus, and company car
- Flat hierarchies
- International environment
- Long-term leadership opportunities
- Team expansion
- Company bicycle (JobRad)
- Sports and wellness programs
- Employer-funded benefits (VWL)
- Home office generally possible
- Free parking
- Diversity, ownership, and innovation in a dynamic environment
- Permanent employment contract