Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (f/m/x), Aalen Join ZEISS as the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis and lead our financial strategies. This role requires a strong background in finance and controlling, with leadership experience. Responsibilities: Ensure a streamlined monthly reporting process, variance and trend analysis, and management reporting. Create transparency on financial performance to facilitate quick decision-making by providing relevant data. Establish and maintain effective reporting relationships with finance teams and coordinate planning activities including budgets and forecasts. Support the cascading of strategic and mid-term targets into financial targets. Prepare decision papers and track strategic initiatives. Act as the main contact for group finance teams and support overarching finance projects. Qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in Finance & Accounting or related fields (ACCA, CPA, etc.). Proven experience in finance and controlling, preferably in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of IFRS, accounting, MIS (Essbase), and SAP (FI/CO). Experience in financial planning and strategy development. Excellent communication and analytical skills. Fluent in English; German is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr