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Our customer is a European large cap manufacturer (2bn+ EUR) of high-end B2B2C equipment, with manufacturing in 20+ countries globally, that has doubled its sales over the last five years. For the Germany and Austria based activities of this international and fast-growing group, we are now recruiting a

 

Regional Business Control and Finance Manager

Germany and Austria (m/f)

 

Position

As a Regional Business control and Finance Manager for Germany and Austria you are responsible for managing, developing, and optimizing Business controlling for the Sales region as well as finance, accounting and reporting activities for Germany/Austria and our European Distribution Center (EDC) located in Emsdetten.

Your role focuses on analyzing sales and profitability, preparing financial reports, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making.

A finance transformation and adoption of our finance ways of working related to our new organizational set up is a crucial part of this role.

You will work closely with the sales, EDC and finance teams to ensure accurate financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, contributing to the overall financial health and growth of the region. The position is based in Emsdetten, Germany.

 

 Key Responsibilities

  • Sales and Profitability Analysis: Analyze sales and market data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
  • Performance Monitoring: Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPI´s) to track the financial performance of the operations.
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial report for the sales and EDC operations.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage the budgeting and forecasting processes for the region, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
  • Cost control: Implement and maintain cost control measures to optimize profitability.
  • Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting and analysis.
  • Travel: Some travel across the geography is necessary to build close relationships and trust as an advisor to business leaders and align financial goals with business objectives.

 

 Qualifications

  • Bachelor`s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field (Master is a plus).
  • Minimum 2-3 years’ experience from big audit firm, plus minimum 3 years’ experience from business control, preferably in a sales environment.
  • Proven experience in financial analysis and reporting tools (Excel, ERP systems)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to details.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Fluent in English (both spoken and written).

 

Our client offers an interesting and challenging position with a high level of autonomy and responsibility. If you want to participate in the development of a continuously growing group with the support from a dynamic and dedicated team, then this position is for you!

This recruitment is managed by Expatria Human Resources. Please submit your application and CV here. Reference 25502RBCFEXP.