Working as a Senior Financial Analyst & Controller you will be:

• Overseeing the full scope of financial activities (accounting, controlling, Group reporting, budgeting/forecasting), while ensuring strong internal controls and effective risk management.
• Acting as a strategic business partner, supporting decision-making, operational performance, and growth initiatives (including M&A), in close collaboration with teams and Group stakeholders.

You will be responsible for:

1. Industrial & Operational Controlling

• Oversee cost accounting within a manufacturing environment (standard costing, product costing, cost of goods sold analysis).
• Monitor and analyze margins, production variances, and inventory valuation.
• Ensure accuracy of stock accounting and implement robust inventory control procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement in cost structure, operational performance, and profitability.

2. Subsidiary Controlling & Group Reporting

• Supervise financial controlling of subsidiaries.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to Group and shareholders.
• Produce consolidated financial reporting packages.
• Develop KPIs and performance dashboards aligned with Group standards.
• Act as a key interface between local entities and Group Finance.

3. Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
• Provide variance analysis and actionable insights to senior management.
• Support strategic decision-making through financial modeling and scenario analysis.

4. Growth Projects & M&A Support

• Support corporate development initiatives including acquisitions and strategic partnerships.
• Participate in financial due diligence processes (buy-side and potentially sell-side).
• Contribute to business valuations, financial modeling, and integration planning.
• Assist in post-acquisition integration, particularly in finance and reporting structures.

5. Governance & Internal Control

• Strengthen internal control frameworks and financial processes.
• Ensure compliance with local GAAP and Group accounting policies.Coordinate with external auditors and other financial stakeholders

Background, Experiences & Skills:

You hold a master’s degree (Bac+5 equivalent) in Finance and have significant experience of at least 10–15 years in a similar role, ideally within an industrial environment audit or consulting firm.

• Strong expertise in industrial controlling, Group reporting, and financial modeling
• Solid command of financial processes (accounting, closing, budgeting, auditing)
• Experience in M&A (transactions and due diligence) is a plus
• Proficiency in digital tools (ERP systems, Excel; consolidation tools are a plus)
• Service-oriented mindset, with a strong commitment to internal and external client satisfaction
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure
• Leadership, with a strong sense of integrity and confidentiality
• Team player
• Autonomous, structured, and business-oriented, capable of handling both operational and strategic topics
• Ability to support change in a continuous improvement mindset

Start date: Immediate

Languages: Fluency in English is required

Package: Base salary/12 months + annual Bonus