GB/C Controlling Specialist

About the role

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Controlling Tasks (service charging contract governance & ownership, monthly reporting/ budget tracking, forecasting, annual budgeting, ad-hoc cost analysis / deep dives, run charging activities and manage residuals, analyze and monitor cost flows, provide transparency on cost drivers to stakeholders and support to Senior Leadership team in all controlling aspects).
• Project Coordination: Support Reporting, Forecasting, Budgeting and Ad-Hoc analysis of Project Cost.
• Performance Management: Support (ad-hoc) analysis of KPI output, identification & execution of improvement measures, automation/improvement of KPI tracking
• Lead cost analysis, monitoring, reporting, and budgeting for your assigned business area.
• Deliver reliable financial information to support management decision-making and strategic planning.
• Lead and support automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate management inquiries and structure complex ad-hoc analysis.
• Liaise with the Finance Manager of the company to ensure compliance with BASF Group’s guidelines.
• Acts as a strategic advisor and financial co-pilot to senior leadership
• Translates business strategy into financial implications, targets, and value drivers
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of global accounting and charging mechanisms.
• Conduct training sessions for stakeholders to promote smooth processes and effective knowledge transfer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors / Masters degree in Finance, Accounting or related fields and recognized professional qualification (e.g. CA)
• Professional experience 6-8 years, relevant experience in business or controlling functions is preferred
• Team player with a high service orientation with proactive approach and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong communication skills in English
• Strong understanding of business models, value drivers, and financial steering
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills, with a strong ability to learn and work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to challenge business assumptions and provide fact-based recommendations to translate strategy into financial impact
• Strong communication and storytelling skills (management-ready messaging)

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate in high-autonomy environments with strong decision-making accountability.
• Demonstrated capability to influence strategic outcomes while ensuring governance, compliance, and operational excellence.

Technical Skills

• Professional experience with ERP/IT tools such as SAP FI/CO, SAP BW, MS Office and PowerBI
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