Car Cost Controller

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering project in the world of motorsport with an innovative team focused on financial planning and analysis for Formula 1. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial aspects of a cutting-edge racing team, ensuring compliance with FIA regulations and optimizing costs. If you possess strong analytical skills, experience in product cost calculation, and a passion for motorsport, this position is perfect for you. Be part of history as we push the boundaries of technology and performance in Formula 1.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of controlling experience in a technical business partner role.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in product cost calculation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial planning and year-end reporting for the F1 car.
• Main contact for financial matters and supporting cost optimization projects.

Skills

Analytical Skills

SAP ERP (FI/CO)

Excel

PowerPoint

PowerBI

Education

Degree in Business Administration

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

PowerBI

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Introduction

Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026. The new team has three locations: Audi's Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Germany), considered one of the most modern of its kind in Europe; the Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland), known for its innovative technologies; and the Sauber Motorsport Technical Center in the UK, which will be operational this year. Neuburg supplies the Power Unit, while Hinwil handles chassis development and race operations.

What You Need

The mindset of an athlete. If giving up isn’t an option and limits are just challenges to overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Join this unique project and make motorsport history.

Position Location

This position for the Audi F1 Project is based at Sauber in Hinwil, Switzerland.

Your Mission

1. Responsible for financial planning and year-end reporting of manufacturing and development costs for our Formula 1 car.
2. Main point of contact for financial matters, supporting cost optimization projects.
3. Weekly updates on the forecast for the Formula 1 car.
4. Cost analysis of the bill of materials and verification of bookings with procurement.
5. Ensure compliance with FIA Financial Regulations in collaboration with the Cost-Cap team.
6. Preparation of ad-hoc analyses.
7. Support for make-or-buy decisions.
8. Inventory management, including monitoring the inventory process, part usage, and stock from a financial perspective.

Your Profile

1. Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent qualification.
2. At least 3 years of controlling experience, preferably in a technical business partner role.
3. Experience in product cost calculation in manufacturing.
4. Strong analytical skills and competence in handling large datasets.
5. Excellent SAP ERP (FI/CO) knowledge, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; PowerBI is a plus.
6. High responsibility, independence, goal orientation, and strong business and service orientation.
7. Effective communication, solution-oriented teamwork, and proactive responsibility-taking.
8. Full professional proficiency in German and English is mandatory.