Controller

Our client is an international, acquisitive organisation with a decentralised operating model and a strong focus on growth. As Finance Controller, you will take ownership of financial planning, performance analysis and management reporting across several entities, while acting as a trusted finance partner to senior stakeholders across the business.

The role combines controlling, business partnering, financial governance and M&A-related activities, offering broad exposure in an international environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning cycle for multiple entities
• Prepare and develop monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting in accordance with IFRS
• Analyse financial performance, identify key variances and translate findings into clear recommendations for management
• Develop meaningful management information, KPIs and reporting tools to support business performance
• Partner closely with senior business stakeholders on financial matters, investment decisions and business cases
• Provide financial analysis and scenario modelling to support strategic and operational decision-making
• Work closely with local finance teams as well as central functions such as Finance, Legal and HR
• Prepare concise financial information and recommendations for senior management
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of finance processes, controls and reporting structures
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with relevant policies and requirements
• Play an active role in acquisition-related activities, including financial due diligence and the integration of newly acquired businesses
• Evaluate financial aspects of potential acquisitions and support post-merger integration activities
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through digitalisation, automation and new technologies
  
  
  

What You Bring

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Business Administration or a comparable discipline
• Alternatively, a relevant professional qualification such as CIMA, ACCA or a Swiss controlling/accounting qualification
• At least3 years of professional experience in controlling, financial controlling or financial accounting, ideally with exposure to group structures
• Strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial data
• Good knowledge of IFRS and experience working with financial reporting
• A structured and analytical approach, combined with strong commercial awareness
• The ability to understand complex financial information and communicate it clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• A proactive, hands-on mindset and the confidence to challenge existing processes and propose improvements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and countries
• Fluent German and good English skills