Costs Controller

We’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented Costs Controller to join our dynamic financial team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for numbers, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration—this is your opportunity to make an impact.

Your responsibilities:

• Responsible for monthly and annual financial closings, with particular emphasis on accrual and variance analysis. Prepares and delivers reports to other departments as required. Coordinates with key stakeholders to provide status updates and strategic guidance. Maintains oversight and governance of the business intelligence (BI) reporting tool
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to support strategic decision-making. Design and implement controlling tools to ensure comprehensive oversight of assigned cost areas. Conduct in-depth analysis of financial and technical data to establish subject matter expertise
• Lead the preparation, discussion, and development of the annual financial plan. Conduct monthly reviews and updates to ensure alignment with business objectives. Proactively identify and communicate potential issues, execution risks, and emerging trends
• Leverage benchmarking and advanced analytics to support and constructively challenge business departments, to enhance planning effectiveness, optimize processes, and improve systems—ultimately enabling comprehensive business control
• Provide comprehensive support to the Department Director through ad-hoc analyses, project coordination, reporting, and strategic insights
• Performs other duties as assigned

Your profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management, or a related field; formal professional training in one of these disciplines is essential
• Proven experience in Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), or Controlling
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to identify root causes and implement data-driven solutions
• Demonstrated ability to oversee financial performance through KPI development, cost analysis, and variance reporting
• Experience supporting planning cycles, including annual budgeting and monthly forecasting
• Skilled in benchmarking, stakeholder coordination, and developing tools to enhance cost transparency and control
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively across departments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with enterprise tools such as Oracle, Hyperion, QlikView, and/or Power BI
• High attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills
• Prior experience in the maritime industry is considered an asset
• Strong command of English, as it is the official language of our company

We offer:

• 30 days of holidays per year
• Flexible working hours & the possibility to work from home for up to three days per week, providing a healthy work-life balance and increased convenience
• The flexibility of working remotely for up to 10 days a year across Europe
• The opportunity to work with international experts from more than 40 nationalities in a dynamic and vibrant team, fostering a working environment that promotes Speaking Up, Respecting and Protecting, Improving, Communicating, Listening, Learning, and Empowerment
• Cruises at exclusive discounted prices for all employees, and additionally their family & friends (as from 6 months seniority)
• Exclusive employee benefits and access to corporate perks and offers
• Employers’ contribution to ProfiTicket for local transport
• Diverse learning and development possibilities, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skills in our organization
• Participation in the company pension scheme (starting in your third-year seniority)
• Free use of the pool bicycles for leisurely strolls during your lunch break or weekends
• A modern headquarters located in the heart of the HafenCity, an innovative urban district that embraces its proximity to the Elbe River

The job is a Mid-Senior level, full-time position in the Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and General Business function, within the Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Maritime Transportation industries.

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