The Role
The Head of Controlling will lead the global controlling function, acting as a key business partner to the CFO, CEO, and private equity shareholders.
This role combines operational controlling, strategic planning, and performance steering across multiple entities, with full ownership of reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial transparency.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-term strategic planning processes
Develop and maintain robust KPI frameworks across production, sales, and supply chain
Deliver detailed variance analysis and actionable insights to executive leadership
Prepare monthly board packs and shareholder reporting, including cash flow and working capital analysis
Operational & Commercial Controlling
Drive margin analysis by product line, customer segment, and geography
Support pricing strategy, cost optimisation, and profitability improvement initiatives
Oversee inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing cost control
Partner closely with Operations to enhance cost transparency and production efficiency
Private Equity Reporting & Value Creation
Own financial reporting to PE sponsors, including covenant tracking and performance dashboards
Support value creation initiatives and integration of add-on acquisitions
Contribute to exit-readiness planning and financial due diligence preparation
Process & Performance Optimisation
Standardise reporting structures and harmonise financial processes across entities
Improve transparency across cost centres, business units, and geographies
Drive automation, reporting efficiency, and continuous improvement initiativesSupport systems optimisation and integration during M&A activity
Leadership
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing controlling team
Introduce best-in-class processes, governance standards, and internal controls
Foster a culture of accountability, performance transparency, and continuous improvement
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