Controller – Financial Controlling, Accounting

Kizuna Personalberatung GmbH

Controller focusing on Financial Controlling & Accounting at Kizuna Personalberatung GmbH. Responsible for strategic analysis, cost structures, cash flow monitoring, and KPI reporting.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeVillingen-Schwenningen • 🇩🇪 GermanyJunior💰 €60,000 - €80,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

variance analysisprofitability analysiscash flow managementliquidity forecastingcost structure analysisKPI reportingfinancial statement preparationdata analysisdigital dashboard visualizationoperational accounting

Soft Skills

strategic thinkinganalytical skillsattention to detailadaptabilitycommunication skillsproblem-solvingteam collaborationquick comprehensionorganizational skillssupportive teamwork

Certifications & Qualifications

tax clerk certificationcertified controller – IHK

Industry Keywords

financial controllingbusiness financecost managementworking capital managementfinancial analysisdigitalization in financeaccounting processesmanagement reportingoperational financefinancial metrics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Budget vs. Actual comparisons: Independently conduct and further develop variance analyses to identify value drivers and optimization potential.
Profitability analyses: Prepare detailed contribution margin calculations and profitability analyses for products, services and customers to support strategic sales decisions.
Cash flow & liquidity: Continuously monitor cash flows, optimize working capital management and prepare accurate liquidity forecasts.
Cost structure analyses: Provide a clear breakdown of fixed and variable cost blocks and perform overhead analyses across business areas.
Forecasting & scenario analysis: Prepare rolling forecasts and data-driven "what-if" scenarios (e.g., market fluctuations, price changes) as a basis for management decisions.
KPI reporting: Maintain and enhance our management reporting and digital dashboards to visualize key company metrics (EBIT, ROI, etc.).
Operational back-up: Provide reliable support and reciprocal holiday and sick-leave cover within the accounting team (recording ongoing transactions, account postings and support with day-to-day tasks).
Data quality: Ensure a seamless interface between accounting and controlling to guarantee a robust, reliable data foundation for your analyses.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Successfully completed training as a tax clerk (Steuerfachangestellter) and initial relevant experience in controlling.
A classic controlling background (e.g., a business degree with a focus on finance or further qualification as a certified controller – IHK) and solid, practical experience in operational accounting.
Experience preparing and supporting monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements/closings.
Affinity for digitalization and continuous improvement of finance processes.
Quick comprehension and the ability to switch effortlessly between strategic analytical tasks and operational administrative work.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Room for initiative: A responsible position in which your initiative and ideas are not only welcome but expressly encouraged.
Short decision paths: A modern working environment with flat hierarchies and fast decision-making processes that won’t slow you down.
Work–life balance: Attractive, performance-based compensation combined with flexible working time models for optimal compatibility of work and private life.
Personal growth: Individual training and development opportunities aligned with your career goals.
Fit & mobile: Benefit from our fitness offerings and conveniently lease your desired bike through our company bike program (Jobrad).
Future security: We support your financial retirement provision through contributions to the company pension scheme.