Lead Investment Controller / Finance - R&D (m|f|d)

Voith SE & Co. KG; Langenau; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global technology company in Germany seeks a Global Head of Resource Allocation to lead investment review processes and resource allocation frameworks. This role involves overseeing financial analysis and managing a team, ensuring investment decisions align with corporate strategy. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Finance or Business Administration, along with significant experience in investment controlling. The position offers an attractive compensation package and solutions for family and career compatibility.

Leistungen

Attractive compensation package

Flexible working models

Executive development opportunities

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of experience in investment controlling or corporate finance.
• Proven track record in managing complex investment portfolios.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead the global investment review process, including financial analysis.
• Drive the development of a resource allocation framework.
• Ensure alignment of investment decisions with corporate strategy.

Kenntnisse

Investment controlling

Corporate finance

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Leadership

ERP systems (e.g., SAP)

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics

MBA or CFA

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Jobbeschreibung

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5.2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

As the Global Head of Resource Allocation, you will lead the Center of Excellence for strategic planning, evaluation and governance of global investments across capital expenditures, R&D and IT initiatives. You will ensure optimal allocation of financial and operational resources to maximize value creation and support long-term business objectives. This role combines strategic foresight with rigorous financial discipline and cross-functional leadership.

Your tasks

• Lead the global investment review process, including financial analysis, risk assessment and strategic alignment for Capex, R&D and IT projects.
• Drive the development and implementation of a global resource allocation framework, ensuring transparency, consistency and value-based prioritization.
• Oversee post-investment tracking and implementation monitoring, including KPI development and performance reviews.
• Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership, providing insights and recommendations on portfolio optimization and capital deployment.
• Manage cross-functional governance boards and investment committees.
• Ensure alignment of investment decisions with corporate strategy and financial targets.
• Functionally lead a global team of controllers working on investments proposals, fostering collaboration, global quality standards and capability development.
• Continuously improve tools, processes, and systems for investment planning and tracking (e.g., dashboards, scenario models, reporting standards).

Your Profile

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or a related field; MBA or CFA is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in investment controlling, corporate finance, or strategic planning, ideally in a global matrix organization.
• Proven track record in evaluating and managing complex investment portfolios, including CAPEX, R&D, IT and innovation-driven projects.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills across functions and geographies.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage.

We offer you a high-impact leadership role with global visibility and influence, where you will be strategically involved in shaping the company’s future through smart capital allocation.

In addition, you can expect an attractive compensation package and executive development opportunities. We also provide flexible working models and various offers to support the compatibility of family and career as well as health and well-being.

Apply now via our web portal .

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The J.M. Voith SE & Co. KG | VZ is looking forward to your application!

Your personal contact

J.M. Voith SE & Co. KG | VZS

Global Business Services HR EMEA

Talent Acquisition Team • Tomeika Whelan • Tel. [phone]