Head of Controlling (m/f/d)

Finance in our organisation is at a pivotal stage of development. As Head of Controlling, you will take full ownership of building and scaling a modern, integrated controlling function from the ground up — spanning financial planning & analysis (FP&A), management reporting, and business insights.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will define how financial performance is measured, analysed, and communicated across the company. You will establish the KPI framework, reporting architecture, and end-to-end planning processes, while embedding controlling as a true business partner across all functions.

Working closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, you will translate financial and operational data into actionable insights that drive decision-making, performance management, and long-term value creation.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

Controlling Strategy & Function Build-Up

• Build and lead the Controlling function, including team structure, processes, and governance

• Define and implement a company-wide KPI framework aligned with strategic objectives

• Establish Controlling as a key business partner across all departments, ensuring strong cross-functional alignment

• Continuously improve existing processes, tools, and methodologies to reach best-in-class standards

Financial Planning & Forecasting (FP&A)

• Own the annual budgeting process and mid- to long-term financial planning across all business units

• Develop and maintain a rolling forecast, integrating P&L, cash flow, and key operational drivers

• Build scenario analyses (e.g. base / upside / downside) to support strategic decision-making

• Drive transparency on cost structures, margins, and investment efficiency

Management Reporting & Insights

• Design and implement state-of-the-art monthly reporting, including variance analysis and clear management commentary

• Establish a single source of truth for financial and operational performance metrics

• Translate financial data into actionable insights for senior leadership and non-financial stakeholders

• Continuously enhance reporting quality, speed, and relevance

Business Partnering & Performance Management

• Act as a strategic partner to leadership and department heads, supporting decision-making with data-driven insights

• Develop financial models and business cases (e.g. investments, pricing, expansion, headcount)

• Drive performance management processes and ensure accountability for targets across the organisation

Systems, Tools & Data

• Own and further develop the company’s planning and reporting tool landscape, with a strong focus on Anaplan

• Ensure seamless integration between planning tools, BI systems, and ERP

• Improve data quality, consistency, and accessibility across all finance processes

• Drive automation and digitalization initiatives within Controlling