Financial Controller

Own functional controlling, driving budget discipline, cost center management, and transparent headcount monitoring Act as business partner to the Commercial function Deliver financial and management reports encompassing the Satair business in the region across the Blue and Red channels Ensure consistent and uniform reporting across both channels for an accurate regional P&L view Manage functional cost centers, overheads, headcounts, cost-per-FTE analysis, Opex, and resource allocations Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasting, and operational planning cycles with Satair Central Controlling Perform monthly Actuals vs. Budget/Forecast variance analyses Deliver timely financial reporting and performance dashboards to functional heads and senior leadership Enforce internal controls, corporate governance policies, and Airbus/Satair financial standards Collaborate with Satair, Services, Airbus controlling, and accounting networks regionally and globally Identify financial risks, cost overruns, and savings opportunities and propose mitigation plans Track profitability across Satair Americas’ business lines, product types, and customer segments Integrate central commercial controlling methodologies, financial guidelines, and margin targets into CCO operations Partner with the CCO and business development teams on commercial expansion decisions Support the MMIP project by defining end-to-end financial processes for material distribution activities Support MMIP Fit to Standard workshops and design harmonized financial and accounting structures Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a highly related analytical field 6+ years of progressive experience in corporate financial controlling, cost accounting, or performance management Experience ideally within a global distribution, logistics, or Airbus-affiliated environment Experience running standard corporate financial cycles, including closing support, budgeting, forecast mapping, and overhead control Deep operational knowledge of SAP, specifically FI/CO modules Strong command of business intelligence/reporting tools and Google Workspace Demonstrated track record or strong familiarity with AI-driven tools, predictive analytics, or automation workflows Experience with automated data blending, basic macro or script usage, or AI-assisted querying Strong understanding and ability to apply Project, Program and Portfolio Management Principles Project financial evaluation skills, including DCF valuations, CAPEX planning, and NPV analysis Ability to travel independently and at short notice Ability to work onsite and remotely according to the 80% onsite / 20% remote arrangement Current work authorization for the United States; Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified Ability to meet physical requirements, including carrying and lifting up to 30 lbs/14 kgs Ability to use required PPE, including steel-toed shoes for shop floor visits Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in financial controlling, budget management, and performance analysis within a corporate environment, with a strong focus on SAP FI/CO modules and business intelligence tools. Proven ability to collaborate across functions and manage financial processes to support strategic decision-making. Highest-signal resume keywords Financial Controlling Budget Management SAP FI/CO Modules Business Intelligence Tools Project Financial Evaluation Hard Skills Cost Accounting Performance Management Variance Analysis Opex Management CAPEX Planning NPV Analysis Predictive Analytics Automated Data Blending Macro Usage AI-Assisted Querying Soft Skills Collaboration Communication Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Leadership Industry Keywords Corporate Governance Logistics Global Distribution Airbus Cost Center Management Tools & Technologies Google Workspace Financial Reporting Dashboards AI-Driven Tools Automation Workflows #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor