Car Cost Controller

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team in the thrilling world of Formula 1! This unique opportunity involves overseeing financial planning and reporting for cutting-edge automotive technology. You'll be at the heart of cost optimization, ensuring compliance with FIA regulations while collaborating with a passionate team. If you have a strong analytical mindset, excellent SAP and Excel skills, and a drive for excellence, this role is perfect for you. Become part of a groundbreaking project that pushes the boundaries of motorsport and technology.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in controlling, preferably in a technical role.
• Strong analytical skills with large datasets and cost calculation experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial planning and reporting of Formula 1 car costs.
• Main contact for financial matters and cost optimization projects.

Skills

Controlling

Financial Planning

Cost Optimization

Analytical Skills

SAP ERP (FI/CO)

Excel

PowerPoint

German Language

English Language

Education

Degree in Business Administration

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

PowerBI

Job description

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Audi's Entry into Formula 1

Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026. The new team has three locations:

1. Audis Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Germany), considered one of the most modern in Europe.
2. The Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland), known for innovative technologies and passion for racing.
3. The Sauber Motorsport Technical Center in the UK, operational this year.

Our Power Unit is developed in Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for chassis development and race operations.

What We Seek

We are looking for individuals with the mindset of an athlete—those for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are meant to be overcome. Join us in bringing "Vorsprung durch Technik" to Formula 1 and making motorsport history.

Position Location

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

Your Mission

1. Manage financial planning and year-end reporting for manufacturing and development costs of our Formula 1 car.
2. Serve as the main contact for financial matters, supporting cost optimization projects.
3. Update weekly forecasts for the Formula 1 car.
4. Conduct cost analysis of the bill of materials and verify bookings with procurement.
5. Ensure compliance with FIA Financial Regulations in collaboration with the Cost-Cap team.
6. Prepare meaningful ad-hoc financial analyses.
7. Support make-or-buy decisions.
8. Manage inventory, including monitoring inventory processes, part usage, and stock from a financial perspective.

Your Profile

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