Overview

A global supplier of scientific instruments is searching for an experienced controller, who wants to play a crucial role in the success and growth of company’s major Business Unit. The company is building its reputation and brand name in the field of design and manufacturing of electron, ion and x-ray instruments as well as full system solutions for different applications.

Job description

  • Plan and implement tools and processes to drive the growth of the Business Unit
  • Prepare budgets and forecasts and present them to the Business Unit Manager and Group leadership
  • Identify profitability improvement opportunities by optimizing costs, reducing working capital, and implementing price increases
  • Present financial performance results and variance analysis to support informed business decisions
  • Collaborate with the Finance and Accounting teams to ensure accurate recording and reporting of business transactions
  • Drive process efficiencies through digitization, including business intelligence, automation, and AI
  • Participate in M&A processes and integrating newly acquired businesses

Requirements

  • Experience in financial management and budget preparation on a global level
  • Strong business and analytical skills, ability to apply helicopter view and optimize processes
  • Knowledge of US GAAP, UK GAAP, IFRS standards
  • Experience with M&A processes
  • Verbal and written English proficiency
  • Willingness to travel occasionally

We offer

  • 5 weeks of holiday and 2 Sick days
  • Subsidized Multisport card
  • Advantageous mobile tariff
  • Pension contribution
  • Meal allowance
  • The opportunity to influence strategic decisions
  • A modern working environment
  • A position in a global and expanding high-tech company with long-term employment prospects
  • Initial appointment for one year with possible extension upon mutual satisfaction

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