Responsibilities:
* HQ & Shared Functions P&L Ownership — Own the consolidated HQ and Shared Functions P&L, ensuring accurate forecasting, cost development oversight, and financial discipline.
* Budgeting & Forecasting Leadership — Lead and coordinate annual budgets and periodic forecasts for all central functions.
* Cost Base Monitoring — Track and analyze cost development across HR, IT, Finance, Legal, and other functions, identifying risks, deviations, and savings opportunities.
* Cost Allocation Methodology — Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the HQ cost allocation framework, including allocation drivers and transparency standards.
* Central Cost Allocation Compliance — Ensure consistent, accurate, and compliant allocation of central costs to business units and plants.
* Financial Insights & Recommendations — Deliver forward‐looking insights, scenario analysis, and cost discipline recommendations to Group Management.
* Executive Reporting — Prepare high‐quality management reporting, including variance analysis and commentary for senior leadership.
* Business Partnering — Act as a key finance partner to Functional Heads and Group Finance, supporting strategic and operational decision‐making.
* Purchase Order Governance — Review and approve purchase orders to ensure budget adherence and policy compliance.
* Cost Center Maintenance — Maintain and oversee the structure, accuracy, and governance of cost centers.
* BANF Review & Approval — Review and approve BANFs, ensuring alignment with budget and procurement guidelines.
* Closing Process Coordination — Coordinate and monitor monthly and annual closing activities across the group.
* Intercompany Allocation & Charging — Manage monthly and yearly intercompany allocation calculations and charge‐outs.
* Accounting Estimates Review — Review critical accounting estimates, including accruals, provisions, and inventory valuation.
* Internal Controls & Audit Readiness — Oversee the internal control framework and ensure group‐level audit readiness.
* Cross‐Functional Coordination — Collaborate with Shared Services, local finance teams, external auditors, and tax advisors to ensure accurate and compliant reporting.
* Ad Hoc Accounting Analysis — Support group‐level ad hoc analyses requiring accounting expertise.
Requirements
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Controlling, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
* Minimum 2–5 years of experience in accounting, controlling, preferably in a manufacturing or automotive environment.
* Prior experience in a Big Four firm is considered a strong asset.
* Strong knowledge of SAP FI/CO, including cost centers, internal orders, and WBS elements
* Experience with budgeting, SAP cost center planning, and profitability analysis
* Strong analytical mindset, structured working style, and confident English communication
* Knowledge of accounting / IFRS is a strong asset.