Project Controller

Utimaco is an international provider of IT security solutions and cybersecurity technologies, with headquarters in Aachen (Germany) and Campbell (USA). For over 40 years, we have been developing innovative solutions for the protection of people, data, and communications that meet the highest standards. We are the world\’s leading manufacturer of hardware security modules and compliance solutions across various industries such as automotive, banking, telecommunications, and more.

We are currently seeking a Project Controller for a limited period of 1.5 years, to serve as a maternity leave replacement.

Your responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of Innovation & Project Controlling, in close collaboration with R&D.
• Cost center controlling for R&D to ensure budget adherence, including controlling of project costs, planning, development, and forecasting project budgets.
• Leading the CAPEX approval process in line with the CAPEX budget for projects.
• Controlling and supporting time and utilization management, with regular reviews with responsible persons.
• Preparing regular product costing overviews, including planned gross margins based on BOM.
• Developing a database (Access) to support the budget process, focusing on consolidating all legal entities and providing various reports.

Your profile

• Bachelor\’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Controller in Project and/or Cost Controlling or similar functions.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing virtual global teams; project management skills are a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with common ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Project Management Systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English.

What we offer

• An open and friendly corporate culture characterized by constructive and collaborative interaction.
• Support for your future plans, including a company pension scheme (depending on country-specific circumstances).
• Flexible working hours to accommodate early risers and night owls.
• Additional benefits such as special payments or extra vacation days on anniversaries or special occasions.
• A diverse and growing global team, including colleagues from 42 nationalities speaking 45 languages.

If you feel addressed, we look forward to receiving your meaningful application, including your earliest possible start date and salary expectations.

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