Professional Controlling

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u.; Pinerolo; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u. in Italy is seeking a data-driven Controlling professional to strengthen financial planning, reporting, and business insight across the organization.

You will support monthly closes, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting, collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve transparency, performance, and profitability. Strong Excel, SAP, and BI skills are essential, as is clear communication in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Finance or related field.
• Experience in Controlling, Finance or similar roles.
• Strong analytical mindset with proactive attitude and attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office 365.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP; knowledge of Power BI is an advantage.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across functions.
• Good command of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Study financial and operational performance, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare and monitor KPIs, reports, budgeting, forecasting, and cost-controlling activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial transparency and business performance.
• Perform variance analyses and support the definition of corrective actions.
• Contribute to the evaluation of investments, business cases, and profitability analyses.
• Support the continuous improvement and digitalization of controlling processes, tools, and reporting systems.

Skills

Controlling

Finance

Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Cost analysis

Excel / Office 365

Stakeholder communication

English language

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Finance or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Study financial and operational performance, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), reports, and management presentations, budgeting, forecasting, and cost-controlling activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial transparency and business performance.
• Perform variance analyses and support the definition of corrective actions.
• Contribute to the evaluation of investments, business cases, and profitability analyses.
• Support the continuous improvement and digitalization of controlling processes, tools, and reporting systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Management Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in Controlling, Finance or similar roles.
• Strong analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills, proactive attitude, attention to detail, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Good knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost analysis principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Office 365 suite.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP; knowledge of Power BI or other Business Intelligence tools is an advantage.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders across different functions.
• Good command of the English language.

The minimum gross annual salary for this position in Italy is €35,000. Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u.