Legal Entity Controller (m/w/d)

Legal Entity Controller (m/w/d)

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry. Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state‑of‑the‑art electronics, and future‑oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality. We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in‑house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us – demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position

Legal Entity Controller (m/f/d)

Location

Munich, Germany

Field

Automotive

Type

Full‑time

Tasks

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Coordinate ongoing planning activities (Budget / Forecast / Outlook).
• Ensure completeness of all accounting entries and accruals within Knorr‑Bremse Rail Vehicle Systems GmbH (SfS).
• Support and coordinate closing activities, including Profit Center accounting and commentary on financial results.
• Determine the monthly financial results of SfS (Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and Key Performance Indicators).

Commercial Business Partnering

Provide Comprehensive Commercial Support To Assigned Departments, Including

• Planning primary operating expenses and coordinating with responsible departments.
• Reconciling intercompany (IC) revenues and expenses with partner companies.
• Investment planning.
• Coordinating and validating headcount planning and related cost assessments.

Operational Controlling

• Proactive cost controlling.
• Ongoing investment controlling.
• Commentary and reconciliation for responsible business areas.
• Processing purchase requisitions and personnel requests.

Period‑End Closings

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Ensure completeness of all postings and accruals within assigned areas.
• Manage allocation of relevant intercompany revenues and expenses.
• Take responsibility for accruals and provisions within assigned departments.

Systems, Compliance & Process Improvement

• Serve as the key contact for tools used by the Legal Entity Controlling Team (including Risk Management and Profitability Tracking).
• Support Internal Control System (ICS) and compliance activities.
• Independently develop and improve controlling tools and processes within SfS.
• Take on special controlling‑related projects and assignments.

Position Level

• Equivalent to a Team Leader position in responsibility and seniority, but without direct personnel management responsibilities.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, coordinate activities, integrate across teams, and assert decisions when necessary.
• Strong team‑player mentality.
• High level of responsibility, resilience, and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain effective under high workload and pressure.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, or Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience.
• Several years of experience in a controlling/financial controlling environment.
• German: Business fluent / English: Business fluent.

Advanced / Expert Level Knowledge Of

• Microsoft Office.
• SAP.
• SAP FI (Finance).
• SAP R/3.
• Confident use of SAP, SEM‑BCS, and OLAP databases.

Technical Knowledge

• Excellent knowledge of German GAAP (HGB) and IFRS accounting standards.
• Industry, manufacturing, and/or leadership experience within a company of comparable size.

What We Offer

• Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
• Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities – whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
• Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
• Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1–2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
• Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
• Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.