Description
We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Indirect & Capex Controller who will be directly reporting to FP&A Manager.
This role is responsible for overseeing indirect cost controlling and capital expenditure planning, monitoring, and reporting. The position plays a critical role in ensuring cost efficiency, financial transparency, and alignment with strategic investment priorities.
Responsibilities:
Guarantee full compliance with the Group Controlling guideline. Design the system setup to perfectly mirror the responsibilities in the organisation. Ensure a timely distribution of financial information (plan and actual) to every budget owner by sending out reports, by allowing system access and by presenting the information in regular meetings. Improve processes in Controlling in order to minimise time spent for report generation and increases time for analysis, commenting and insights sharing. Support the establishment of a true bottom-up planning process and the development of a local planning calendar based on the group planning timetable allowing for sufficient review time and feedback cycles. Contribute to a high forecasting accuracy of business plans, revised estimates and long-term forecasts. Build a solid relationship with budget owners based on mutual respect and trust.
Month-end closing: Support month-end closing activities related to Indirect costs and Capex. Ensure accurate booking and allocation of indirect expenses across cost centres. Review and validate accruals and provisions related to OPEX and Capex.
Reporting & analysis: Prepare monthly cost centre reports and analyse variances vs. budget/forecast. Monitor and analyse indirect operating expenses (OPEX) across departments. Track Capex spend vs. approved budget and provide variance analysis. Develop and maintain financial dashboards and KPIs (OPEX & Capex). Provide actionable insights and commentary for management. Support ad-hoc financial analysis and business case evaluations.
Planning & forecasting: Lead/support budgeting and forecasting cycles for indirect costs. Coordinate with departments to prepare accurate OPEX forecasts. Manage Capex planning and budget consolidation. Track and update forecasts for ongoing Capex projects. Challenge assumptions and identify risks and opportunities in forecasts.
Requirements: Minimum of 4 years experience total within the Controlling or Financial Planning and Analysis (Audit experience is a plus). In-depth understanding of cost controlling mechanisms. High analytical skills. Ability to quickly identify and analyse risks and impacts and able to define alternatives. Capable of communicating and presenting precisely and effectively with internal stakeholders. A structured and well-organised individual. Must be self-motivated, self-directed and be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment. Travel 0-10%.