Controlling Manager (m/f/d)

Westwing; München; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Westwing seeks a Controlling Manager based in Munich to lead the financial closing and review process across the Group. You will collaborate with Finance and Business teams on strategic initiatives, including country expansions and new business models, while driving end-to-end reporting efficiency.

You will manage SG&A budgeting and analyses, identify process improvements, and push automation and AI in closing procedures to enhance reporting quality and scalability across the P&L, cash flow, and

Qualifikationen

• 4+ years of experience in FP&A, controlling, or BI.
• Advanced MS Excel and Power BI proficiency; Microsoft Business Central knowledge is a plus.
• Fluency in English with clear, factual communication to stakeholders at all seniority levels.

Aufgaben

• Oversee the financial closing and review process across all Westwing entities.
• Manage annual SG&A budgeting and monthly SG&A variance analyses and deep dives.
• Drive automation and AI adoption to maximise reporting quality across P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across teams, functions and countries as a trusted strategic partner.
• Support top management decision-making by delivering high-level financial insights and transparency.

Kenntnisse

Advanced MS Excel

Power BI

Financial analysis

English fluency

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Jobbeschreibung

As a Controlling Manager , you will be a key contributor to the financial closing and review process across all Westwing entities, gaining a broad overview of our global financial operations. Working closely with cross-functional Finance and Business teams, you will be actively involved in strategic and operational initiatives such as country expansions, the development of new business models, and the optimisation of end-to-end financial reporting processes. In this high-impact role, your analytical mindset will directly shape our financial transparency and operational scalability. This position is permanent and based in Munich .

Serve as a key contributor to the financial closing and review process within the Controlling team, driving full transparency and insight into costs across the entire Group Own key Controlling processes, including the annual SG&A budgeting process as well as monthly SG&A variance analyses and deep dives across all functions Manage financial risk by flagging potential deviations from plan and proactively offering actionable improvement strategies Collaborate with stakeholders across teams, functions, and countries, acting as a trusted strategic partner to business leaders Support top management decision-making by delivering high-level financial transparency and insights through critical, company-wide analyses Drive continuous process optimisation, reporting automation, and AI adoption within financial closing processes to maximise reporting quality and scalability across the P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet

4+ years of professional experience in a financial environment such as FP&A, controlling, or BI and analytics Strong analytical skills with a passion for metrics and figures, combining a meticulous eye for detail with a strong grasp of the bigger picture Advanced proficiency in MS Excel paired with Power BI experience, with Microsoft Business Central knowledge considered a plus Proven drive to identify process inefficiencies and bottlenecks, proactively solving them through automation and AI tools High comfort level operating in fast-paced environments, managing complex tasks with strong ownership, organisation, and agility Fluency in English and the ability to communicate clearly, factually, and persuasively with stakeholders across all seniority levels

If you are looking for a place where ambition meets creativity, where ideas turn into impact fast, and where people are trusted to grow - you have found it. At Westwing, we're building the Superbrand in Design with a team that's shaping the future of beautiful home & living. Here is what you can look forward to:

• - A high-performance culture built on trust, feedback and collaboration
• - An inspiring, international environment that empowers you to think big, take ownership, and grow beyond your comfort zone
• - A flexible hybrid setup with 3 office days per week - because strong connections and quick collaboration make great ideas happen
• - Work-from-anywhere opportunities for up to 4 weeks per year - as fresh perspectives spark bold ideas
• - 30 days of paid holiday to rest, recharge, and come back ready to create
• - A beautiful, centrally located, dog-friendly office with inspiring spaces, a sunny terrace, and good food - designed for moments that energise and connect
• - Exclusive discounts - 40% off Westwing Collection, 20% off third-party brands (each on non-reduced items), 10% Family & Friends discount, plus special-occasion vouchers
• - Wellbeing support through mental health resources, sports memberships, and preventive care
• - Sustainable mobility options with discounted public transport and JobRad - moving with purpose and care for the planet
• - Support for working parents, including our on-site Westwing Wichtel daycare and a partnership with multilingual provider Elly & Stoffl
• - One annual Social Impact Day to give back to a cause you care about - because being human is our true superpower
• - Team rituals that celebrate results and togetherness - from Summer & Winter Parties to Oktoberfest Westwing

Europe's #1 in Beautiful Living e-commerce, is present in 20+ European countries and achieved a GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume) of EUR 507 million in 2025. As Europe's premium one-stop destination for Design Lovers, it offers a unique brand experience with a carefully curated assortment of the Westwing Collection and 3rd party design brands. The integrated platform combines Shop, Daily Specials, Stores, the B2B Service (Westwing Business) and the Westwing Design Service. Westwing's team works together on its shared purpose to "Excite people to create homes that unlock the full beauty of life". Founded in 2011, Westwing is headquartered in Munich and went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in October 2018. Our team is a diverse group of professionals aiming for high performance, working together at a fast pace in an inspiring, international and informal environment that enables you to grow your career while working with a brand and prod