Senior Fixed Cost Controlling Specialist

Mercedes Benz AG; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Canada is looking for a Senior Fixed Cost Controlling Specialist. This role involves overseeing financial planning, reporting, and compliance for the budget. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in finance or accounting, strong skills in SAP, and advanced analytical abilities. The position offers a dynamic work environment with a commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and pension programs

Training development and career growth opportunities

Vehicle purchase and experience programs

Recognition rewards and discount programs

State of the art working facilities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Finance, Controlling, or Accounting, ideally in automotive or manufacturing.
• Strong command of financial KPIs, planning cycles, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and reporting function for wholesale cost budget.
• Assist corporate controller in investment planning.
• Monitor compliance within the budget for all business units.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Communication

Excel

SAP

Data analytics

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Overview

Senior Fixed Cost Controlling Specialist

Mercedes-Benz Canada needs stars like you! Mercedes-Benz is the world’s first automotive brand, and remains at the cutting-edge of sustainability, design, digitalization, connectivity, technology, fashion, and popular culture. The iconic three-pointed star is always looking for the best and brightest. We are seeking individuals who want to be in the driver’s seat of transformation, working alongside talented colleagues who represent the Mercedes-Benz values. Do you want to be part of writing the next chapter of the Mercedes-Benz story?

How your role will add to the story:

Responsibilities

The Senior Fixed Cost Controller Specialist is responsible for the planning and reporting function for wholesale cost budget and investment planning for the entire company. Also assisting the corporate controller in business case scenarios for potential new investment projects for the company. This position is responsible for steering the business units in the budget planning and controlling overheads and headcounts for head office functions as well as investments for the entire MB Canada, maintaining informed HQ controlling about the status of tasks and targets where applicable.

The Senior Fixed Cost Controller Specialist is responsible for steering the business regarding the SLA (Service Level Agreement) validation of calculation between areas in MB Canada and intercompany. This position will be responsible for monitoring the corresponding charges and invoices between different areas and the compliance within the budget.

A day in the life

A day in the life:

Actuals & Reporting (20%)

• Collaborate with Accounting and business units to review monthly accruals.
• Act as an advisor to managers in formulating overhead budgets.
• Reconcile payroll actuals versus accruals quarterly to ensure accuracy.
• Consolidate and report monthly actuals versus budgeted results, with variance commentary.
• Maintain reporting structures within SAP for all departmental overhead budgets.
• Coordinate and execute month-end closing activities related to Fixed Costs.

Budgeting & Variance Analysis (20%)

• Prepare financial plannings during the year fixed costs (G&A and Marketing).
• Evaluate budget submissions, identify risks and opportunities, and escalate findings.
• Provide explanations for deviations between actuals and plans.
• Regularly review and update allocation keys.
• Support business discussions (e.g., MAD) by guiding units to provide required planning data.

Business Unit Steering (25%)

• Oversee overhead and headcount planning for all head office functions and national investments.
• Validate SLA calculations and monitor intercompany charges and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to ICS controls related to fixed costs, such as PR approval thresholds.
• Review purchase requisitions with business units to confirm budget alignment.
• Uphold professional standards of compliance, integrity, and corporate representation.

Systems, Master Data, and Processes (25%)

• Maintain and update master data for vehicle pricing, discounts, and cost centers.
• Support financial system initiatives, upgrades, and performance improvements.
• Oversee IMPACT and related interfaces (e.g., IRMA, KE30), ensuring accurate allocation cycles.
• Partner with the Data & Digital Management Team to implement BI tools, improve data quality, and foster data literacy.
• Coordinate vehicle and option pricing processes for Mercedes-Benz Cars.

Other Responsibilities (10%)

• Map and optimize controlling processes.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and support for cross-functional projects.
• Act as a subject matter expert for financial reporting and system integrity

Mercedes-Benz Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. While we thank every applicant for their interest in joining our iconic brand, we will only contact applicants selected for an interview.

Testimonials

Testimonials from several Mercedes-Benz Canada stars, from an intern to an executive:

“Mercedes-Benz is more than a car brand; it’s a futuristic, technological brand continuing to research and evolve its strategy as a digital and luxurious company, all while championing sustainable initiatives.”

“This company grants its members the opportunity to professionally grow and discover the extent of the brand and its presence in all countries. You are granted the opportunity to drive innovation in several sectors, as this company allows you to take your career wherever you like with our very robust framework of opportunities, whether it’s rotations, international assignments, education programs and more.”

“As an intern, I feel a great sense of responsibility and accountability at Mercedes-Benz. The high level of responsibility and contribution found in our internship programs is unlike my experience anywhere else.”

“Most people, if not everyone, seek a great balance of life at work and outside of it. At Mercedes-Benz, not only does your work life grant you exciting opportunities, but you are also afforded great understanding of your time outside of work - including the right to disconnect.”

“Working for Mercedes-Benz, it’s certainly the brand and the pillars - but at the end of the day, once you’re in, it’s about the people, the experience, diverse cultures and backgrounds, everyone’s experience driving in one direction.”

Mercedes-Benz Star skills, requirements & traits:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (CPA/CFA/MBA an asset).
• 4+ years of experience in Finance, Controlling, or Accounting, ideally in automotive or manufacturing.
• Strong command of financial KPIs, planning cycles, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel and SAP skills; exposure to databases, BI tools (Power BI/Tableau), or data analytics a plus.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to influence and present clearly.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Bold, innovative and enjoy challenging yourself
• Honest and professional, a strong team player
• Big picture thinker, go-getter, self-starter

Being a Mercedes-Benz star has its benefits:

• Commitment to inclusion & diversity
• Engaging corporate culture
• Ever-evolving brand strategy granting opportunities to build business acumen
• Training development and career growth opportunities
• Benefits to support work-life balance/integration
• A strong portfolio of corporate social responsibility initiatives
• State of the art working facilities
• Vehicle purchase and experience programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, and pension programs
• Recognition rewards and discount programs