Job Description

As a Business Controller within the ZF Group, you will play a pivotal role in shaping financial transparency and operational efficiency across key organizational structures. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with German facilities, contributing to cross-border financial processes and supporting strategic decision-making. You’ll be at the heart of managing internal financial flows, optimizing cost structures, and ensuring accurate reporting across various business units. The role combines analytical depth with system expertise, particularly in SAP environments, and offers a dynamic setting where precision and collaboration are highly valued. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a global organization that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply and become part of our international finance community.

What you can look forward to as Business Controller:

• Act as Key User for the SAP CO Module in Cost Centers, Internal Orders, and Work Breakdown Structures; support the controlling community on S/4HANA-related issues;
• Create Internal Orders, including configuration of Settlement Rules;
• Approve changes to Cost Center master data (e.g., names, responsible persons, hierarchy assignments);
• Perform cost repostings for both primary and secondary cost elements to correct or reallocate expenses;
• Execute settlement runs for all Controlling Objects and resolve errors; perform assessment and distribution runs for Cost Centers;
• Coordinate accrual postings;
• Upload Plan Prices and Operational Plan data; support coordination of Intercompany Reconciliation Processes;
• Prepare reports for the German Statistical Office and generate internal reports on Consulting, Sponsoring, and Association Costs (monthly and annually).

Your Profile as Business Controller:

• University degree in Economics, Finance, Controlling, or a related discipline;
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Controlling, with a focus on master data management, month-end closing, and financial reporting;
• Practical experience with SAP S/4HANA, particularly in the CO (Controlling) module; familiarity with SAP BW and SAP Analytics Cloud is considered an asset;
• Strong analytical skills and a hands-on approach to financial processes and reporting;
• Business fluency in English is required; German language skills are advantageous;
• Ability to perform effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments with tight deadlines;
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions and organizational levels.

Why you should choose ZF in Czestochowa/Wroclaw:

• Employment contract with a flexible hybrid work model;
• Flexible working hours tailored to your role and team;
• Work in a diverse, international environment with cross-functional teams and stakeholders;
• Access to private medical care through Luxmed and life insurance under favorable terms;
• Use the MyBenefit platform for sports, wellness, travel, entertainment, and more;
• Be part of a collaborative team that values open communication, mutual support, and a positive working atmosphere.