Financial Controller for Space Digital Germany (dfm)

Job Description : Job Overview

The Financial Controller for some Space Digital Satcom Programs is a key role within the Space Digital Finance team of Airbus Defence and Space GmbH. He / She is acting as Finance Business Partner and responsible for the financial management budgetary control and financial reporting for the Satcom programs portfolio and local Space Digital perimeter. He will act as internal referent / expert for the German financial processes

This role requires strong financial expertise sharp analytical skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Main Responsibilities :

Program Financial Management :

Act as Finance Business Partner to Project Manager under his responsibility coordinating reporting and improvement plan with her / him

Be able to provide the financial perspective of the business matters and be a strong challenger of the operational people

Ensure the monitoring and budgetary control of the projects portfolio and support colleagues.

Consolidate the transnational financial information of each projects in coordination with Financial counterparts

Drumbeat and secure delivering the various financial processes locally including among other budgetary (CC budget hourly rate) and OP consolidation for Space Digital DACH

Consolidate and analyze DACH financials (P&L FCF BS) actuals highlighting discrepancies and propose mitigation actions if needed

consolidate forecasts (revenue costs margins) following Companys processes

Identify and manage financial risks.

In its expert role Fully supports business and local team in key changes decisions ( business cases rates major modifications...).

Participate in the definition of financial strategies for the programs.

Control the proper application of Airbus financial and accounting rules.

Financial Reporting :

Manage all financial aspects of thebusiness : project control cost improvement initiatives cash generation risk & opportunity management bid support.

Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial reports for the management.

Analyze the gaps between forecasts and actual results.

Provide recommendations to improve the financial performance of the programs.

Participate in internal and external audits.

Ensure correct accounting treatment in AD&S financial statements (P&L B / S and FCF)

Internal Collaboration :

Work closely and transnationally with Financial colleagues as well as with programs teams commercial teams engineering teams and other support functions.

Challenges and supports Sales Engineering and Program organization on bid / no bid pricing target costing and TCs

Act as business partner : Be able to provide the financial perspective of all business matters become a local financial referent for the team and be a strong challenger of the operational people

Participate in program follow-up meetings.

Required Qualifications

Education : Advanced degree in Finance Accounting Management Control (minimum Bac 5) or equivalent.

Experience : Significant experience (minimum 5 years) in a similar position ideally in the aeronautics defense or telecommunications sector.

Technical Skills :

Proficiency in computer tools (advanced Excel SAP or other ERP).

Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS HGB).

Knowledge of project management processes.

Knowledge of Public Price law would be a plus

Language Skills :

German (native or equivalent)

Fluent English (written and spoken) essential for communication within an international group.

Personal Qualities : Rigor organization.

Communication skills

Analytical and synthetic mind.

Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Ability to challenge but also to propose solutions

High business acumen ability to manage complex and diverse business models (projects / products / services)

Autonomy and proactivity.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

Company :

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type : Permanent

Experience Level : Professional

Job Family : Controlling

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Key Skills

Accounting Software,GAAP,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,IFRS,Sage,Regulatory Reporting,Workers' Compensation Law,Budgeting,ERP Systems,Financial Management

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1