Head of FP&A and Controlling, EMEA

We are looking for an experienced and business-driven Head of FP&A and Controlling, EMEA to lead financial planning, reporting, controlling, and performance management across the region.

In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to the business, supporting leadership with financial insights, forecasting, and analysis while driving financial control, operational efficiency, and business performance.

This is a key leadership role for a highly analytical finance professional with strong business acumen and hands‑on experience in financial planning and controlling within an international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the monthly financial reporting process
• Analyze and report financial performance versus Budget and Business Plan
• Prepare material and insights for leadership and management reviews
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process across Sales, Operations, IT, and HR/Admin
• Manage and update rolling monthly cash flow forecasts
• Maintain and update the Business Plan when required
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and strategic evaluations
• Identify and implement improvements in ERP systems and reporting structures
• Develop and monitor KPIs and financial metrics aligned with strategic priorities
• Provide insights into spending trends, cost optimization initiatives, and margin improvement opportunities
• Prepare and evaluate business cases for investments and strategic initiatives
• Lead construction project forecasting and controlling for the group
• Oversee credit control processes
• Act as NetSuite superuser and support system optimization initiatives

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience within Finance, FP&A, Controlling, or Financial Management
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting in an international business environment
• Strong understanding of financial trends, business performance drivers, and market dynamics
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial statistics, and relevant regulations
• Experience leading and supporting teams and cross‑functional stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with a proactive mindset
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite is highly valued
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Is highly analytical and business‑oriented
• Thrives in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment
• Has strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Takes ownership and drives initiatives independently
• Combines strategic thinking with a hands‑on approach
• Has a continuous improvement mindset

What We Offer

• A strategic and influential role within an international organization
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
• A dynamic environment with high impact and visibility
• Possibility to shape and improve financial processes and business performance across EMEA