Controlling Specialist

We seek a highly motivated and detail-oriented Controlling Analyst to join our dynamic team. The Controlling Analyst will be responsible for various financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, period-end closing, fixed assets management, external audits, and other related controlling tasks as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, an in-depth understanding of financial principles, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Budgeting:

• Develop and maintain the annual budget in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor budget performance and provide insights into variances.
• Assist in budget revisions and adjustments as necessary.

Forecasting:

• Conduct regular reviews of financial forecasts and update as needed.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities and communicate findings to the management team.
• Prepare and present forecasts for various financial metrics.

Period End Closing:

• Prepare and post journal entries for period-end financial closings.
• Assist in the setup and reversal of accruals.
• Perform account reclassifications to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial standards.

Fixed Assets Management:

• Manage the investment, capitalization, and disposal of fixed assets.
• Oversee internal and intercompany asset transfers.
• Maintain the Asset Lapsing Schedule.

External Audits:

• Coordinate and assist in the end-to-end process review and walkthrough for external audits.
• Prepare schedules and provide details of operating expenses.
• Compile and maintain detailed listings of leases, Property Plant and Equipment (PPE), and transaction summaries.
• Collaborate with auditors and provide documentation as needed.

Others:

• Engage in various controlling activities assigned by the management team, including ad-hoc reporting, compliance assessments, or process improvements.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• At least 2 years proven experience in financial analysis and controlling.
• Strong proficiency in financial management software and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of IFRS and GAAP principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Preferably with experience in SAP FICO.

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Continental Shared Services consists of approximately 200 employees across all functions (30 cost centers with a 7M Euro Annual Budget)

▪ Automotive IT: Business Applications (SAP), Manufacturing Applications, Engineering Applications, Infrastructure (i.e. Clients, Datacenter), Information Security
▪ Corporate Infrastructure including APAC ServiceDesk (follow-the-sun) 
▪ Corporate Functions: Purchasing, Quality, HR, Finance, Business Analytics
▪ Finance Service Center Phils.
▪ Continental Business Consulting
▪ Financial Standards & Systems
▪ Regional SMY Operations