On behalf of our multinational client, who has a long-lasting history and a crisis-resistant business, we are looking for a Financial Controller to cover multiple territories. 

He/she will be responsible to carry out financial controlling, planning, forecasting, and reporting within the designated area of responsibility in compliance with internal guidelines. Provide financial analysis and reports to internal stakeholders. Collaborate closely with the Head of Finance Cluster to execute monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.

Key responsibilities: 

• Develop cost budgets for planning and forecasting in alignment with regional guidelines and processes.
• Manage cost accounting elements, including cost centers and allocation cycles.
• Prepare cost and balance sheet items (e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable), analyze variances, and report findings to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate cost disclosure (e.g., provisions, accruals) in compliance with internal guidelines and external regulations.
• Conduct cost and balance sheet item controlling.
• Implement and adhere to controlling policies, procedures, and systems.
• Advise Cluster Functions (HR, Site Management, Business Operations) on cost budgeting matters and identify potential cost optimization opportunities.
• Oversee investment planning.
• Monitor and forecast cash flow.
• Manage internal and external audits, including local year-end closing
• Collaborate closely with the Regional Financial Controller and the Financial Controlling community.
• Continuously enhance the assigned area of responsibility and contribute to related improvement initiatives.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent expertise in Business Administration, Economics, or Finance/Controlling.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Background in multinational matrix organizations.
• Strong understanding of key controlling and reporting processes.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and solid knowledge of MS Office; BI skills are a plus.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to compile and interpret reports.
• Independent, detail-oriented work style with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of persuading and influencing stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and autonomous, while proactively seeking support when necessary.
• Adaptable to change and ambiguity.
• Fluent in written and spoken English (B2 level or higher) and fluency in Czech
• Additional European language skills are an advantage.

Why join our Client?

• Crisis-resistant business, long term perspective
• Hybrid work
• Cafeteria
• Private pension contribution / pension fund
• Holidays: additional days on top of legal entitlement 
• Mobile phone for private use
• Medical: Life insurance contribution; medical check support; 5 sick days paid on 100%