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PR/087641 | Controlling Manager– Frankfurt
| Location | Germany, Frankfurt |
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | Negotiable, based on experience |
Job Description
Our client is a leading European chemical distribution company with over 140 years of industry expertise. It serves customers across automotive, industrial, coatings, plastics, and specialty chemicals sectors through a broad European network. Backed by a major Japanese global group, the company combines international reach with a dynamic and entrepreneurial culture. It also offers integrated logistics and supply chain solutions, supporting sustainable growth across Europe.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead, develop and manage the Controlling team
Take overall responsibility for the monthly, quarterly and annual Group Reporting to Management and the corporate headquarters, including consolidation, analysis and management reporting
Lead the Group-wide budgeting and forecasting process and continuously improve planning methodologies and forecast quality
Prepare variance analyses, ad hoc analyses as well as liquidity and cash flow analyses
Develop, maintain and continuously enhance Group-wide KPI and reporting systems while driving the standardization and harmonization of controlling processes and reporting standards
Support the implementation and continuous development of consolidation, planning and reporting tools such as Lucanet, Power BI or Excel-based solutions
Act as a trusted business partner to the Management Board on strategic, financial and business-related matters
Collaborate closely with Accounting, Finance, Tax, local operating units, subsidiaries and the corporate headquarters
Participate in strategic projects such as M&A transactions, company valuations, investment decisions and business case evaluations
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Degree in Business Administration, Economics or a comparable qualification
Several years of professional experience in Controlling, Group Reporting, Corporate Controlling or a comparable finance function
Proven leadership experience or demonstrated success in leading teams and cross-functional projects
Experience in preparing management reports, budgets, forecasts, variance analyses and KPI reporting
Strong understanding of accounting processes, monthly and annual financial statements as well as consolidation principles under German GAAP (HGB) and IFRS
Experience in an international corporate environment is an advantage
Hands-on mentality and a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach in a dynamic environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members
Excellent communication skills and confidence in interacting with senior management and international stakeholders
Willingness to challenge, harmonize and continuously improve processes
Excellent written and spoken German and English
Sound SAP user knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
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General Requirements
| Minimum Experience Level | Over 6 years |
| Career Level | Mid Career |
| Minimum English Level | Business Level |
| Minimum Japanese Level | None |
| Minimum Education Level | Associate Degree/Diploma |
| Visa Status | No permission to work in Japan required |
Job Location
- Germany, Frankfurt
Work Conditions
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | Negotiable, based on experience |
| Industry | Chemical, Raw Materials |
