Ihre Aufgaben Develop, manage, and maintain annual company budgets in alignment with strategic objectives Coordinate with all departments to create realistic and aligned budgets Prepare and monitor internal and external project budgets Conduct regular budget reviews, rolling forecasts, and variance analyses (actual vs. budget) Monitor budget adherence on a monthly, quarterly, and project basis Prepare clear financial reports, analyses, and management dashboards Identify budget deviations and recommend corrective actions Analyze cost structures and identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities Support strategic decision-making through financial, cost, and scenario analyses Forecast and manage cash flow at both corporate and project levels Ensure sufficient liquidity and optimize working capital Implement and monitor internal controls and budget policies Ensure compliance with German accounting standards (HGB) and regulatory requirements Support internal and external audits and contribute to the preparation of annual financial statements Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies Review contracts from a financial perspective and support contract negotiations Ihr Profil Education & Experience: Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a comparable field Several years of professional experience in controlling, finance, or financial management, preferably in a project-driven or engineering/technical environment Solid experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial analysis Experience with project controlling and multi-stakeholder environments is a strong advantage Technical & Professional Skills: Strong knowledge of financial planning, reporting, and performance management In-depth understanding of German accounting standards (HGB) and relevant tax regulations Advanced skills in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and variance analysis Confident handling of ERP systems and MS Excel; experience with BI tools is a plus Ability to prepare clear, decision-relevant financial reports and dashboards Personal & Methodological Competencies: Strong analytical and structured thinking with a high level of accuracy Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to identify risks and opportunities High level of accountability, integrity, and process discipline Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across all levels Ability to explain complex financial topics in a clear and practical manner