Performance Controller (f/m/d) | Financial Performance Management
gea· DE16 GEA Nutrition Plant Engineering GmbH
About this role
Turn data into insights. Drive financial performance.
Nutrition Plant Engineering (NPE) develops innovative process technologies and complete plants for the international food, beverage, dairy, new food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries. Combining engineering expertise, digital solutions and sustainable technologies, we create efficient production solutions for customers worldwide.
As Performance Controller (f/m/d), you will help turn financial data into meaningful insights and support management in making informed business decisions. Reporting directly to the Senior Director Financial Performance Management NPE Division located in Düsseldorf, you will work in an international and dynamic environment with a high degree of responsibility.
Nutrition Plant Engineering (NPE) develops innovative process technologies and complete plants for the international food, beverage, dairy, new food, pharmaceutical and chemical industries. Combining engineering expertise, digital solutions and sustainable technologies, we create efficient production solutions for customers worldwide.
As Performance Controller (f/m/d), you will help turn financial data into meaningful insights and support management in making informed business decisions. Reporting directly to the Senior Director Financial Performance Management NPE Division located in Düsseldorf, you will work in an international and dynamic environment with a high degree of responsibility.
Responsibilities / Tasks
Your responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management reporting, including actual vs. target analysis, and support the planning process
- Extract, validate and analyze large data volumes from different sources
- Turn complex data into clear visualizations and management presentations
- Prepare ad hoc analyses and special evaluations to support business decisions
- Develop and optimize controlling processes, reporting tools and data quality
- Identify opportunities to make financial performance management more efficient and transparent
Your Profile / Qualifications
Your profile
- University degree in Economics, Business Administration or a comparable field, ideally with a focus on Finance or Controlling
- Several years of relevant experience in controlling, financial performance management, management reporting or a comparable role are an advantage
- Confident user of SAP S/4HANA, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), SAP Analysis for Office and MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; Think-Cell is a plus
- Strong analytical and conceptual thinking, combined with an affinity for numbers and digital tools
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex information clearly
- Fluent in German and English and comfortable working in an international environment
- Independent, proactive and structured working style with a strong team-oriented mindset
You don't meet every requirement? If you bring relevant experience and the motivation to grow into the role, we encourage you to apply.
What we offer
- International collaboration in a global technology organization
- Meaningful impact on business decisions and divisional performance
- Attractive compensation and modern working environment
- 30 days of annual leave
- Individual learning and development opportunities
- Corporate benefits, including discounts on gym memberships, courses and other offers
- Exciting projects at the intersection of engineering, AI and financial performance
Ready to make an impact?
If you enjoy working with data, turning numbers into insights and contributing to better business decisions, we look forward to receiving your application through our career portal.
GEA is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment in which everyone can contribute and develop their potential.
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