Description Result-oriented steering of the Tire Sales organization by creating a transparent picture of the financial situation, evaluating and proposing business scenarios and implementing guidelines and policies in order to add value to the Market and its stakeholders.
Management of all Controlling aspects including implementation/supervision of appropriate financial controls and processes to support the business objectives incl. development and maintenance of financial and controlling reports for local and BU/regional management.
Forecast
? Monthly forecast consolidation for the entire P&L, and other key figures in cooperation with the operational management .
? Explanation of financial aspects of current business, existing financial risk & opportunities, period expenses to BU/BR during monthly reviews.
?Preparation and maintenance of Cosimo (Sales to CMC movement)
? Ensure consistency of reported figures, analyze and explain the changes (Sales controlling & Expense controlling).
?Monitoring and review of Sales Accrual balances and release it time to time in P&L.
Budget & Strategy
? Preparation and updating of complete B-chart package for Annual Budget and Strategy.
?Responsible for the consolidation of the Budget / Strategy P&L
? Alignment with Market Manager and Head of Controlling for annual budget and strategy presentation for business unit / business region.
? Maintenance of all relevant systems (Cosimo, SAP).
Reporting & Analysis
? Establish and prepare internal dashboard for management and sales force.
? Explain financial key figures to the market management and propose counter actions in case of deviations from plan.
? Establish and prepare reports for business unit and business region and ensure proper communication.
? Ensure integrity of financial statements.
? Give explanations of financial situation for business units for PLT MAL and TT Export.
? Analyse profitability for actions and advise requestors.
Other Controlling Tasks
? Maintenance and preparation of OPT Tool and submit it to management for approval.
? Controller Countersignature (e.g. CEOS, for esigns related to DOM, price changes, special approval for Dealers CNs etc.)
?Weekly estimate to PLT Business Unit after alignment with PLT Business owner in line with current Business Situation.
?Prepare controlling presentation for PMM and other operational reviews from time to time for management.
Cost Center Controlling
? Period expenses control for local company unit
? Financial effects analysis per market
?Establish period expense forecast in SAP system
Month End Closing
? Take care CO-PA Cycle , CO-OM Cycle - Actual, Forecast , Budget Cycle
? Support Month End Process such as Inventory Valuation , Inventory Variations and Merchandise Price Different
? Prepare Information Collective File and Forecast P & L
Closing and Audit
? Coordination with Finance & Accounting team for controlling related topics during annual closing of books.
? Ensure support during audits.
Qualifications
• Candidate must possess at least a CIMA/ CA /ACCA/ MBA; Accounting Finance, Controlling or equivalent
• Preferred 3- 5 year experience in Audit, Finance and Controlling
• Experience or involvement in project management/ execution an advantage
• Leadership experience preferred
• Experience in multinational organization preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge in SAP CO and FI, WBS Module preferred
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2018, Continental generated preliminary sales of around €44.4 billion and currently employs around 244,000 people in 61 countries and markets.
The Business Area Tires offers the perfect tires for a wide range of different applications - from cars, trucks and buses to special vehicles, bicycles and motorcycles. Through continuous investment in Research & Development, Continental makes a major contribution to safe, cost-effective and ecologically efficient mobility. The portfolio of the Business Area Tires includes services for the tire trade and for fleet applications, as well as digital management systems for tires.
