Controller (German Speaking)

The TRIGO Group has been delivering professional quality solutions for over 25 years, primarily serving key players in the automotive and manufacturing sectors. With more than 10,000 professionals, this international corporation provides a comprehensive range of quality inspection and quality management services across the entire supply chain in 28 countries on 4 continents.

As a Controller, you directly support the country manager and local CFO within your assigned scope. You take ownership of controlling and reporting tasks for the German Automotive entity. You are responsible for monthly group reporting, annual budgeting & forecast and ad hoc controlling activities to support local management teams. You serve as the key financial contact for both the operational team and the country manager.

• Support the budgeting and forecasting process and provide data for group-level consolidation
• Take charge of local controlling to ensure the reliability of monthly reports
• Prepare monthly reporting packages (dashboards and other deliverables, as needed)
• Understand the operational strategy and identify ways to improve performance
• Suggest corrective actions where needed and oversee their implementation
• Review monthly operational KPIs and dashboards
• Travel internationally (mainly to Germany) to provide on-site support and train local teams (occasionally)
• Propose new tools and KPIs to analyze and drive performance (develop local controlling processes) and support their set-up and implementation
• Act as a business partner to country manager
• Report directly to the German CFO
• Prepare and analyze monthly results

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in controlling, FP&A, or financial analysis (IFRS and/or local GAAP are appreciated but not mandatory)
• Fluency in German (C1+) and strong intermediate English skills (B2+)
• Proficiency in Excel and a solid understanding of accounting / controlling principles plus in general strong IT affinity in order to get familiar with group related IT tools used within the finance community
• An analytical, proactive, and reliable approach, with strong communication skills

• Competitive compensation that reflects your skills and contributions
• Direct collaboration with German management, giving you strategic insight and exposure
• Real responsibility from day one, with opportunities for professional growth and development
• Remote working opportunity
• A multicultural and supportive team environment where your ideas and initiative are valued