Business Controller - #2673124

Join us and take your career to the next level

Join Kalmar, a global leader in industrial solutions, and become the financial backbone of our German operations. In this role, you will oversee a €100M revenue market and support over 200 employees. We offer a high-exposure position where local expertise meets international strategy, providing you with a stable yet dynamic environment to grow as a strategic business partner.

What Are Your Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Business Partnering: Provide actionable insights to Local and Regional management to support decision-making and the implementation of Kalmar’s strategy.
• Financial Oversight: Manage management accounting, monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash control for the German market.
• Data & Automation: Design and maintain data analytics solutions (Power BI/Tableau) and automate recurring reporting to focus on performance drivers and corrective actions.
• Matrix Collaboration: Work closely with offshore Business Services (KBS) and ensure all accounting activities are accurate and aligned with global deadlines.
• Process Improvement: Implement Kalmar policies and tools in Germany, while continuously looking for ways to optimize current financial workflows.
  
  

What We Offer You

• Flexibility: A balanced hybrid work model (3 days in the office, 2 days remote) and a modern office environment in Hamburg.
• Global Exposure: A local role within a global structure, allowing you to use English and German on a daily basis.
• Growth & Stability: A secured position in a world-renowned company with high-end equipment and clear professional development opportunities.
• Impact: The chance to drive real change in a complex operating model during a phase of planned growth.
  
  

What You Bring To The Role

• Experience: 7+ years in Finance/Business Control, ideally within the industrial, machinery, or consulting sectors.
• Education: University degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field; professional accounting qualifications are highly valued.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in German (C1/C2) and English (C1/C2) is mandatory.
• Technical Mastery: Advanced skills in Excel/Google Sheets, SAP, and Hyperion (HFM).
• Analytical Edge: Experience with Power BI, dashboard creation, and a strong interest in AI tools for finance.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to navigate a complex matrix organization.
  
  

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today!

If you are a results-oriented finance professional ready to take ownership of the German market, we want to hear from you. Click the apply button and join the Kalmar team in Hamburg!

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