Controller Reporting And Analysis - Focus Profit And Loss

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary.

The ContiTech group sector develops and manufactures, for example, cross-material, environmentally friendly and intelligent products and systems for the automotive industry, railway engineering, mining, agriculture and other key industries. Guided by the vision of “smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber,” the group sector draws on its long-standing knowledge of the industry and materials to open up new business opportunities by combining various materials with electronic components and individual services.

Responsibilities

Job Description

As part of the Group Controlling team, you will play a key role in financial reporting, planning, and analysis at the corporate level. Your main tasks include:

• Monthly Reporting & Planning:
• Contribute to monthly reporting (Actual/Forecast) and planning processes with a focus on profit and loss statement, operating assets, working capital, and cash flow
• Support and advise divisions and subsidiaries during reporting and planning cycles
• Financial Analysis & Reporting:
• Analyze the Group’s income statement and key financial metrics for monthly reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning (Main Focus)
• Prepare reports for the Executive Board on operating assets, working capital, and cash flow
• Develop Group-level analyses on topics such as financial investments, divestments, depreciation, working capital, and Days Sales Outstanding
• Accounting & Transactions:
• Post division and business area transactions, including intercompany profit elimination
• External & Internal Reporting:
• Provide information for external publications such as annual and quarterly reports
• Assist in preparing internal reports including Group reports, Supervisory Board reports, and planning books
• Process & System Development:
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting processes and controlling tools at Group level
• Ensure system-side accuracy and functionality of queries and reports
• Special Projects & Ad-hoc Analysis:
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses and support special tasks and projects
  

• Degree in economics or business administration
• Initial professional experience, preferably in controlling, accounting, and/or auditing
• Strong affinity for numbers and analytical thinking
• Knowledge of IFRS desirable
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken; besides it, German language knowledge would be an advantage
• Proficient in MS Office; SAP knowledge is an advantage
• Strategic mindset, flexibility, and assertiveness
• High level of commitment and ability to work under pressure