R&D Controller (m/f/d)
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at ZF. Belgrad.
Pay not stated Accounting salary
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What you'll do
- Advise development teams and their managers on controlling matters, and connect them with product-line counterparts
- Support operational and strategic planning, forecasts, and cost-center and project plans in SAP and project systems
- Analyze R&D metrics and handle related work for monthly and annual financial close
- Control R&D projects and maintain or improve tools such as SAP, SAP BW and Excel
- Contribute to controlling initiatives focused on improving processes and operations
What you bring
- At least three years working as an R&D Controller in an international setting
- A university degree is preferred, or education in finance, controlling or business administration
- Strong English and Serbian communication, both spoken and written
- You can meet strict deadlines under pressure and bring strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
Who this fits
This role suits a mid-career controller comfortable advising development teams and supporting planning, reporting and project controls. You’ll work in a hybrid model in Belgrade and need to communicate in English and Serbian.
From the employer
Req ID 91147 | Belgrad, Serbia, ZF Serbia d.o.o. Pancevo
About the Team:
Join us at the newly established European Controlling Shared Services Hub in Belgrade, where we are building a modern, collaborative, and forward‑looking team. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a motivated R&D Controller who wants to play a key role in shaping daily Controlling Factory operations and contributing to continuous process improvement.
In this position, you will work in an international environment, support strategic financial decisions, and help us elevate reporting and controlling standards across the organization. If you enjoy analytical work, driving efficiencies, and partnering with stakeholders—this role is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic, evolving team.
What you can look forward to as R&D Controller:
- Business consultancy for the development departments as well as their management & interface to the product line in controlling topics,
- Cooperation in the (operational and strategic) planning and forecast process as well as cost centers and project planning in SAP and project systems,
- Reporting & analysis of the relevant R&D key figures and assumption of activities in the monthly and annual financial statements,
- Tasks within the context of R&D project controlling,
- Maintenance and optimization of operational tools (including SAP, SAP BW, Excel) and cooperation in controlling projects.
Your profile as R&D Controller:
- University degree preferred or alternatively education in Finance / Controlling / Business Administration,
- Min. 3 years of experience as R&D Controller, in an international environment, preferably in automotive industry,
- Ability to work under pressure to strict deadlines,
- A high level of numerical and analytical skills,
- Problem identification skills,
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Serbian; additional languages as a plus.
Why you should choose ZF in Belgrade:
- Opportunity to work in a leading international manufacturing company with culture that values innovation, accountability, and teamwork,
- An employment contract in a stable company with career opportunities,
- International work environment and international projects,
- Work in hybrid model,
- Private health insurance.
Please submit your CV in English
Be part of our ZF team as R&D Controller (m/f/d) and apply now!
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