Job Description
Messer is the world's largest privately held specialist for gases used in industry, environmental protection, medicine, foods and beverages, welding and cutting technology, 3D printing and construction as well as in research and science. Under the “Messer – Gases for Life” brand, the company markets products and services in Europe, Asia and the Americas. Its 11,300 employees collaborate in a company that focuses on diversity and mutual respect.
For our global Group Controlling, Planning & Risk Team in our Corporate Office in Bad Soden, Germany, at the earliest practicable date we are looking for a
Senior Controller (m/f/non-binary) - Global Financial Planning & Analysis
Reference Number: 73/2024
- Overseeing group controlling with a focus on reporting, financial planning and data analysis, with high relevance for Group management
- Monitoring and analysis of monthly results and their drivers compared to projections; oversight of profitability, costs, working capital and cash flow
- Developing proposals and measures to further boost performance
- Optimizing controlling processes, digital tools and global Group reporting
- University-level degree with a focus on controlling, finance or comparable training
- At least 5 years of career experience, preferably in an international setting of group controlling and reporting as well as in operational planning and profitability analyses
- Knowledge of consolidation in IFRS desirable
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with SAP, BI tools, IBM Cognos Controller or comparable systems is advantageous
- Business fluency in spoken and written English
- Quick comprehension of new material, with strong conceptual and analytical skills
- Proficiency collaborating with international teams across different time zones and cultural contexts, demonstrating the ability to manage global projects and initiatives
- Professional leadership in proposing and implementing financial performance improvement measures, such as improving reporting accuracy, shortening the month-end close cycle, or driving profitability initiatives
- A varied and demanding position of responsibility in an international, successful and financially stable company, where your dedication is held in high esteem
- Personal and professional development opportunities in a dynamic setting featuring a pronounced team orientation and project work
- Targeted opportunities for advanced training
- 30 days of vacation each year
- Opportunity to work remotely
- Company pension plan and long-term accounts
- Free parking and subsidies for train tickets and company bikes
- Canteen, gym and fitness classes, company fitness