Controller (m/f/d)
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at SKYLOTEC Group. Neuwied · no salary stated · we estimate €58,000–€89,476 across Germany.
SKYLOTEC Group has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Build out global management reports that show performance by customer, product and business segment
- Review profitability and working capital, then identify opportunities to improve cash use
- Track performance and risk measures with colleagues across international teams
- Prepare one-off analyses, business cases and scenarios to support management decisions
- Coordinate budgets and forecasts, explain variances and recommend actions to Sales and finance teams
What you bring
- Experience in controlling, financial planning and analysis, or business finance
- Strong analytical skills and a practical, proactive approach focused on results
- Fluent German and English, with confidence communicating across teams and cultures
- Advanced Excel skills; Power BI or MS Dynamics NAV experience is an advantage
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits a finance professional who can pair analysis with business partnering in an international setting. You’ll work with stakeholders across functions and countries, with a focus on global reporting, forecasting and sales controlling. The role emphasizes individual ownership and autonomy.
From the employer
As a Controller (m/f/d), you will contribute to the further development of our finance function and help strengthen KPI-based performance management across the group. You will provide meaningful financial insights, business analysis and decision support to enable effective steering of our global operations. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a finance professional who combines analytical strength with business partnering skills, a collaborative mindset and experience in an international manufacturing environment.
The SKYLOTEC Group is one of the leading manufacturers of fall protection equipment. This includes both personal protective equipment and permanently installed systems. In addition, the product line includes rescue and rope access equipment for professional, government, and recreational use. We currently employ approximately 950 people worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
Drive the further development of global management reporting, including customer, product and segment performance analysis
Conduct profitability analyses, working capital reviews and cash optimization initiatives
Develop and monitor key performance and risk indicators in close collaboration with international stakeholders
Prepare ad-hoc analyses, business cases and scenario modelling to support management decision-making
Coordinate forecasts, budgets and variance analyses, translating financial results into actionable recommendations
Enhance sales controlling in partnership with Sales Management and CRM solutions
Strengthen data quality and improve reporting processes across ERP, CRM and BI platforms
Your Profile
Collaborative team player with strong ownership, stakeholder orientation and flexibility
Relevant experience in Controlling, Financial Planning & Analysis or Business Finance, ideally in an international manufacturing environment
Strong analytical capabilities combined with a pragmatic, proactive and results-oriented working style
Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel; experience with BI tools such as Power BI and ERP systems such as MS Dynamics NAV is an advantage
Fluent German and English language skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across functions and cultures
What we offer
A growing, family-owned, medium-sized company operating globally
High degree of autonomy and genuine ownership; taking on responsibility is strongly encouraged
Modern work environment with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency optimization
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