Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!
Responsibilities:
1. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closings in close collaboration with Accounting, ensuring full compliance with FHCS and F&Co standards
2. Act as a strategic finance business partner for Global Functions, enabling decision‑making through transparent financial insights
3. Own the annual operating planning, cost structures, and central charging model for FHCS services
4. Drive cost reviews, variance analyses, and financial governance across departments and projects
5. Ensure financial audits, compliance with internal/external regulations, and alignment with GRC requirements
6. Lead efficient controlling processes (e.g. intercompany, P2P), including documentation and continuous improvement
7. Serve as key contact for auditors, tax authorities, and the Works Council Economic Committee
8. Lead and develop the controlling team and manage talent development
9. Oversee contract governance and documentation in Doxis
Qualifications:
10. Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, or a comparable field
11. 6+ years of controlling experience in a sales or production environment
12. Business fluent English and German
13. Strong SAP CO expertise; experience with Hyperion preferred
14. Solid knowledge of IFRS and German HGB accounting standards
15. Confident user of MS Office and financial data management systems
16. Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross‑functional networks