Financial Controller (Retail / E-Commerce Focus)
Location: [Flexible within Germany – hybrid options available]
Industry: Automotive Accessories / E-Commerce
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Language: Fluent German & English required
The Company
Join a fast-growing market leader in the automotive accessories sector, backed by a reputable Northern European private equity investor. With a multi-channel presence across Europe and a strong D2C e-commerce platform, this company has experienced significant growth through organic development and strategic acquisitions. The business is scaling rapidly and now seeks a Financial Controller to strengthen its finance team and support continued expansion.
The Role
As Financial Controller, you will play a key role in managing and improving the group’s financial processes and reporting landscape. You’ll work closely with the Head of Finance and CFO, contributing to budgeting, forecasting, monthly closings, and internal controls while ensuring accurate reporting and driving performance insights across the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closings for the group and subsidiaries
* Lead budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with senior leadership
* Oversee group reporting and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards
* Support post-merger integration of newly acquired entities
* Partner with commercial, operations, and e-commerce teams to deliver financial insights
* Develop and improve internal controls, reporting tools, and KPIs
* Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors
Your Profile
* Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA or equivalent is a plus
* 5+ years of experience in a controlling, FP&A, or finance role
* Prior experience in a retail, e-commerce, or consumer goods environment is essential
* Strong understanding of group accounting and financial consolidation
* Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, scaling business
* Excellent Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Navision, LucaNet) is beneficial
* Fluent in German and English