Site Finance Manager (m/f/d)

OPmobility SE; Regensburg; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility SE in Regensburg is seeking a seasoned Finance Controller to partner with the Plant Manager and leadership team, guiding budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis. You will drive reporting, variances, and continuous improvement within a global mobility group.

Lead the finance team, optimize systems, and ensure compliance with internal controls. Fluent German and English, SAP FI/CO expertise, and a strong manufacturing background are required to excel in this role.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in Controlling, Finance, or Business Analysis, preferably within the automotive industry or a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in financial controlling, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting principles.
• Proven experience partnering with operational management teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a proactive and pragmatic approach.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken.
• Advanced proficiency in SAP (FI/CO) and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Closely partner with the Plant Manager and Leadership Team to support the overall management, performance, and profitability of the site.
• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor, analyze, and challenge financial performance against budget and forecast targets, and drive appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of monthly financial results, forecasts, risks and opportunities, as well as capital expenditure performance to the Business Unit.
• Analyze variances and identify root causes of financial and operational performance deviations.
• Drive productivity improvement initiatives and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of associated action plans.
• Lead the continuous enhancement and optimization of the plant’s financial and information systems to support operational excellence.
• Manage, develop, and coach the Finance team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement; implement and optimize organizational structures within the department.
• Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, internal control requirements, and reporting standards.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder management

Leadership

German language

English language

Education

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?
Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Responsibilities

• Closely partner with the Plant Manager and Leadership Team to support the overall management, performance, and profitability of the site
• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
• Monitor, analyze, and challenge financial performance against budget and forecast targets, and drive appropriate corrective actions
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of monthly financial results, forecasts, risks and opportunities, as well as capital expenditure performance to the Business Unit
• Analyze variances and identify root causes of financial and operational performance deviations
• Drive productivity improvement initiatives and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of associated action plans
• Lead the continuous enhancement and optimization of the plant’s financial and information systems to support operational excellence
• Manage, develop, and coach the Finance team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement; implement and optimize organizational structures within the department
• Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, internal control requirements, and reporting standards

Profile

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in Controlling, Finance, or Business Analysis, preferably within the automotive industry or a manufacturing environment
• Strong expertise in financial controlling, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting principles
• Proven experience partnering with operational management teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a proactive and pragmatic approach
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken, are mandatory
• Advanced proficiency in SAP (FI/CO) and Microsoft Office applications

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.
Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.
Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.
With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.