Junior Controller

Job Description

About your tasks:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Assist in the monthly reporting process by preparing financial analyses, performance reports, and management presentations.
• Perform actual versus budget and forecast analyses, identifying key variances and supporting the investigation of underlying business drivers.
• Support ad hoc financial analyses, business cases, and scenario analyses to enable informed decision-making.

Month-End Closing & Reporting

• Support the month-end closing process by preparing reports, validating financial data, and ensuring the timely availability of management information.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Business Controlling teams to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Contribute to the preparation and continuous improvement of recurring financial reports and KPI dashboards.

Process Automation, AI & Continuous Improvement

• Support the automation and standardization of reporting, forecasting, and planning processes using modern finance tools and technologies.
• Explore and apply AI-driven solutions to improve reporting efficiency, automate repetitive tasks, generate insights, and enhance decision support.
• Identify opportunities to simplify existing processes, improve data quality, and increase the efficiency of the FP&A function.
• Support the implementation of new FP&A tools, reporting solutions, and digital initiatives across the Finance organization.
• Contribute innovative ideas that help build a modern, data-driven Finance function.

Qualifications

About you:

• Recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Controlling, Business Administration, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical mindset with a genuine interest in financial planning, business performance, data analytics, and digital technologies.
• Excellent numerical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI, Power Query, SQL. Skills in Python and AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar technologies are considered an advantage.
• Curious about leveraging AI and automation to improve finance processes and eager to learn new technologies.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus.

Additional Information

About your Benefits:

To best support you with your individual needs—whether it's leading a healthy life, having enough time for yourself, or developing your skills—we offer a wide range of location-specific benefits:

• Travel Allowance: Not all employees live close to our office. Therefore, we support your daily commute with a travel allowance. This compensation is in addition to your salary.
• Vacation: We offer 28 vacation days and an annual vacation bonus (8% of your annual gross salary) in addition to your salary.
• Company Pension Plan: Your future is important to us, which is why we offer you an excellent and contribution-free company pension plan.
• Employee Discounts: Several times a year, we offer discounted employee sales directly on-site, as well as a 10% discount on our online selection.
• Development: Grow! We support and promote your personal development through various internal and external training programs.
• Redcare Events: We foster team building through creative team events and celebrate our successes together at regularly held parties.
• Sports: We have our own fitness room that you can use during your break or before/after work. Additionally, during your breaks, you can enjoy the cozy relaxation room, table tennis, or foosball.
• Mental health: Get quick professional help from psychologists from nilo if you feel overwhelmed in your personal or professional life. Anonymously and free of charge.

Compensation Grade: Grade 12