Brand: Kalmar

Team: Finance

Job Location: Hamburg, DEU

Information at a Glance

Business Controller

Join us and take your career to the next level

Join Kalmar, a global leader in industrial solutions, and become the financial backbone of our German operations. In this role, you will oversee a €100M revenue market and support over 200 employees. We offer a high-exposure position where local expertise meets international strategy, providing you with a stable yet dynamic environment to grow as a strategic business partner.

What are your key responsibilities:

• Strategic Business Partnering: Provide actionable insights to Local and Regional management to support decision-making and the implementation of Kalmar’s strategy.

• Financial Oversight: Manage management accounting, monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash control for the German market.

• Data & Automation: Design and maintain data analytics solutions (Power BI/Tableau) and automate recurring reporting to focus on performance drivers and corrective actions.

• Matrix Collaboration: Work closely with offshore Business Services (KBS) and ensure all accounting activities are accurate and aligned with global deadlines.

• Process Improvement: Implement Kalmar policies and tools in Germany, while continuously looking for ways to optimize current financial workflows.

What we offer you:

• Flexibility: A balanced hybrid work model (3 days in the office, 2 days remote) and a modern office environment in Hamburg.

• Global Exposure: A local role within a global structure, allowing you to use English and German on a daily basis.

• Growth & Stability: A secured position in a world-renowned company with high-end equipment and clear professional development opportunities.

• Impact: The chance to drive real change in a complex operating model during a phase of planned growth.

What you bring to the role:

• Experience: 7+ years in Finance/Business Control, ideally within the industrial, machinery, or consulting sectors.

• Education: University degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field; professional accounting qualifications are highly valued.

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in German (C1/C2) and English (C1/C2) is mandatory.

• Technical Mastery: Advanced skills in Excel/Google Sheets, SAP, and Hyperion (HFM).

• Analytical Edge: Experience with Power BI, dashboard creation, and a strong interest in AI tools for finance.

• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to navigate a complex matrix organization.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today!

If you are a results-oriented finance professional ready to take ownership of the German market, we want to hear from you. Click the apply button and join the Kalmar team in Hamburg!

If You have any questions, contact recruiter:

ireneusz.iskra@kalmarglobal.com