RIEDEL Communications is the leading provider of live production tools in the media, sports and entertainment sectors. To cover our customers' needs holistically, we are divided into three business units: Product Division, Managed Technology & Riedel Networks.
The central division "Corporate Services" supports our divisions in organization and handling of all transactional processes. Therefore, it's building the economic foundation of the divisions. The division also makes a significant contribution to the fulfilment of corporate goals by accelerating processes.
We are looking for a Director Group Controlling (m/f/d) who goes beyond traditional reporting and actively steers the business. This role is designed for an execution-oriented finance leader who translates financial insights into concrete management actions and drives performance across the organization. You will play a central role in performance management, transparency, and decision support for senior leadership.
Join us on this exciting journey and experience the fascination of Riedel Communications in action
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
1. You act as a strategic business partner to the CFO, executive management, and business unit leaders and foster cross-functional collaboration, including close alignment with HR on KPI-based steering.
2. You drive group-wide performance management frameworks and translate financial and operational data into clear, actionable steering recommendations.
3. You challenge business assumptions, ensure fact-based decision-making, and identify as well as execute value creation and cost-saving opportunities.
4. You lead the group-wide planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes and continuously develop the management reporting system with a focus on business performance.
5. You provide transparent performance analyses, develop and track KPIs across business units, and ensure alignment between financial targets and operational execution.
6. You drive process harmonization and SAP implementation, establish controlling standards, and implement tools (including AI-based reporting) to improve data quality, efficiency, and transparency.
7. You lead and develop the Group Controlling team, foster a culture of ownership and business partnership, and build strong relationships with finance and operational stakeholders.
THAT'S YOU
8. 10+ years of experience in controlling, finance, performance management, or similar commercial roles
9. Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field (MBA, CPA, or equivalent is a plus)
10. Proven track record in group controlling or corporate finance within complex organizations
11. Ownership mentality and a strong execution mindset with the ability to translate financial data into concrete business actions
12. Excellent analytical skills, business acumen, and stakeholder management capabilities
13. Experience in driving change initiatives and implementing financial processes, ideally in international or multi-entity environments
14. Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop high-performing teams
WE OFFER
More than just a salary - your plus at RIEDEL
Look forward to 30 days of vacation and many additional offers - from JobRad to exclusive employee discounts, corporate benefits and our company pension scheme. Our global employee referral program is also waiting for you.
Flexibility that suits your life
Whether you're an early riser or a night owl - our flexible working hours system and the option of mobile working in the hybrid model ensure a real work-life balance.
Support in every situation
"meinEAP" offers you helpful services - e.g. for childcare, caring for relatives or for your physical and mental well-being.
Recharge your batteries - from coffee to lunch
A real treat: our own coffee roast - free of charge at the in-house coffee bar, just the way you like it. Our in-house canteen also takes care of your physical well-being with freshly prepared, varied dishes at fair prices every day - balanced, tasty and served directly on site.
We’re contributing to your career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By helping our people to reach their potential, we frequently support them to find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.
ENRICH OUR TEAM!
With us, you can expect an exciting challenge with plenty of opportunities to take on responsibility and develop personally.
RIEDEL stands for equal opportunities and diversity! We are looking forward to getting to know you as you are - far away from any pigeonholing.