Senior Controlling Financial Analyst

About the role

The Sr. Controlling Financial Analyst will oversee the end to end P&L forecasting, planning and analysis process inclusive of coordinating all team members inputs, validating preliminary figures and variance analysis needed to support rolling forecast and budget cycle.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data from internal and external sources to identify trends, variances, and opportunities
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, summaries, and presentations for senior management and stakeholders
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to forecast order intake, revenue, operating expenses, cash flow, and profitability
• Lead budgeting and forecasting efforts, ensuring alignment with company goals and market conditions
• Lead budgeting and forecasting efforts, ensuring alignment with company goals and market conditions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support budget forecasting and monitor actual performance
• Work closely with finance, accounting, operations, and other departments to gather accurate data
• Perform ad hoc financial analyses and calculate employee costs as part of standard and on-demand budgeting processes
• Support monthly and quarterly financial closing activities in coordination with business and accounting teams
• Ensure proper accounting treatment and respond to queries related to legal entity and management reporting results
• Prepare financial and corporate reports within set timelines and support monthly P&L analysis
• Drive efficient reporting processes and establish adequate controls
• Develop new models and tools to enable scalable analysis and actionable insights
• Support market projects by providing financial guidelines to ensure proper initiative tracking
• Identify areas for improvement, eliminate inefficiencies, and promote continuous enhancement
• Assist with internal and external audits for your portfolio
• Develop and maintain financial models for financing and partnerships, including due diligence and pro forma analysis
• Deliver high-quality analytics and variance commentary on actual and forecasted financial performance

Requirements

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• You have a proven track record in developing financial models, analyzing financial statements, and supporting strategic business decisions
• You have at least 5 years of experience in FP&A, financial controlling, budgeting, and reporting
• You have experience with financial software and ERP systems such as SAP, LucaNet, Picasso, and Salesforce
• You have experience in external and management reporting
• You have strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of US GAAP; familiarity with German GAAP is a plus
• You have hands-on experience preparing and reviewing financial statements
• You have strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and uncover trends and insights
• You have expertise in spreadsheet functionality, data source integration, and scenario modeling
• You have advanced financial modeling skills, using Excel or specialized software
• You have a keen attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in analysis, reporting, and forecasting
• You have advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization tools
• You have the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders, both verbally and in writing
• You have strong problem-solving abilities, identifying financial challenges and recommending actionable solutions
• You have excellent time management and organizational skills, thriving in fast-paced environments with multiple priorities
• You have experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives
• You have strong people skills, effectively engaging and motivating peers through communication and example
• You have solid business acumen, understanding how financial decisions impact broader business goals
• You have knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including GAAP and accrual-based accounting
• You have an understanding of economic principles, financial markets, and banking, along with experience in financial data analysis and reporting
• You have knowledge of compliance standards, including controls, systems, regulations, and processes relevant to finance and accounting functions

Qualifications

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• You have at least 5 years of experience in FP&A, financial controlling, budgeting, and reporting
• You have experience with financial software and ERP systems such as SAP, LucaNet, Picasso, and Salesforce
• You have experience in external and management reporting
• You have strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of US GAAP; familiarity with German GAAP is a plus
• You have hands-on experience preparing and reviewing financial statements
• You have strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and uncover trends and insights
• You have expertise in spreadsheet functionality, data source integration, and scenario modeling
• You have advanced financial modeling skills, using Excel or specialized software
• You have a keen attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in analysis, reporting, and forecasting
• You have advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization tools
• You have the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders, both verbally and in writing
• You have strong problem-solving abilities, identifying financial challenges and recommending actionable solutions
• You have excellent time management and organizational skills, thriving in fast-paced environments with multiple priorities
• You have experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives
• You have strong people skills, effectively engaging and motivating peers through communication and example
• You have solid business acumen, understanding how financial decisions impact broader business goals
• You have knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including GAAP and accrual-based accounting
• You have an understanding of economic principles, financial markets, and banking, along with experience in financial data analysis and reporting
• You have knowledge of compliance standards, including controls, systems, regulations, and processes relevant to finance and accounting functions

Skills

• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization tools
• Advanced financial modeling skills, using Excel or specialized software
• Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing financial statements
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and uncover trends and insights
• Strong problem-solving abilities, identifying financial challenges and recommending actionable solutions
• Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of US GAAP; familiarity with German GAAP is a plus
• Strong people skills, effectively engaging and motivating peers through communication and example
• Strong business acumen, understanding how financial decisions impact broader business goals
• Strong collaboration and cross-functional team skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Benefits

• Paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options
• A 401(k) plan with a company match up to six percent
• Several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability and basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Hybrid