Senior Controller - Division I&I

TÜV SÜD Energietechnik GmbH Baden-Württemberg; Wakefield (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Parental leave

Health plans

Paid time off

Job summary

TÜV SÜD America, Inc. in Wakefield, MA is seeking an experienced FP&A and Controlling leader to oversee all controlling and finance activities within the Industry & Infrastructure Division.

You will partner with senior management to drive data-led decisions and ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting, and monthly reporting. The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance (MBA preferred) and at least 7 years in FP&A or financial management in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance; MBA preferred.
• Min. 7 years of FP&A, controlling or financial management experience in industrial environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in SAP, BI and MS Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written English communication; ability to present to all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all controlling and finance activities within the Industry & Infrastructure Division, focusing on Industrial Assets and Sustainability Services.
• Partner with Business Units and Senior Management to support data-led decisions and ad hoc analyses.
• Ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting, and monthly reporting processes.
• Ensure accuracy of reporting and analysis for period end financial results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cost structures and profitability.
• Provide operational insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement in controlling and finance processes and tools.
• Coordinate processes for cost and profitability reporting on projects/products.
• Support M&A, PMI initiatives and adherence to internal policies and external regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Business Intelligence

MS Office

Job description

At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD.

Your Tasks

• Lead and oversee all controlling and finance activities within the Industry & Infrastructure Division, with a focus on Industrial Assets and Sustainability Services.
• Partner with Business Units and Senior Management to support data-led decisions and conduct ad hoc analyses to extract actionable business insights.
• Ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting, and monthly reporting processes.
• Ensure accuracy of reporting and analysis for period end financial results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cost structures and profitability.
• Provide operational and tactical insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement in controlling and finance processes and tools.
• Coordinate processes for accurate project/product costing and profitability reporting.
• Support additional projects and initiatives as required or proactively identified for business enhancement (i.e. M&A, PMI).
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance; MBA preferred
• Min. 7 years of proven experience in FP&A, controlling or financial management, ideally in a fast-paced industrial environment and matrixed organization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in SAP, Business Intelligence and MS Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; ability to communicate and present information clearly and concisely to all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated self-motivation, ambition to grow and strong commitment to deadlines, process discipline and continuous improvement.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality work.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and regions, with a strong internal customer centric mindset.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• International exposure and cross‑regional collaboration.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Additional Information

• The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is$120,000 – $130,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, and generous paid time off.
• Work model: Hybrid, based at our Wakefield, MA headquarters.
• Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel.
• Ability to sit, communicate, and use standard office equipment is required; reasonable accommodation may be provided.
• We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Work Area: Corporate Functions & Business Support

Country/Region: United States

Job Location: Wakefield

Working Model: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full time / regular

Org Unit Code: FCON

Requisition ID: 5411

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