Site CAPEX Controller

Position Title: Site CAPEX Controller

Requisition ID:37927

The Site CAPEX Controller is responsible for the financial oversight and management of capital expenditure (CAPEX) of the Greenfield Project within the organization. This role ensures that all capital investments are planned monitored and reported in accordance with company policies regulatory standards and project objectives. The Site CAPEX Controller works closely with project managers finance teams and senior leadership to provide accurate financial data control costs and support strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop manage and update CAPEX budgets and forecasts for ongoing and planned projects.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare regular and ad hoc reports on capital expenditure project progress and variance analysis for management and stakeholders.
• Cost Control: Monitor and control project-related costs ensuring expenditure remains within approved budgets. Identify cost overruns and implement corrective actions.
• Investment Appraisal: Support the evaluation of capital investment proposals including financial modeling return on investment (ROI) analysis and risk assessment.
• Process Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal controls company policies and regulatory requirements related to CAPEX management.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise with project managers procurement engineering and other departments to gather financial data and provide guidance on CAPEX processes.
• Audit & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of CAPEX transactions and support internal and external audits.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve CAPEX tracking reporting and control processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field. A masters degree or relevant professional certification (e.g. CIMA CPA) is an advantage.
• Proven experience in Germany (typically 3 years) in financial controlling project accounting or a related field preferably within a capital-intensive industry (e.g. energy manufacturing construction).
• Strong understanding of CAPEX processes financial analysis and project cost control.
• Proficiency in financial management software and advanced Excel skills. Excellent analytical organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Fluency in German and English; additional languages such as French or Dutch is a plus.

What we offer

• Opportunity to be a part of a global iconic brand fun and high performing team
• Opportunity to be a part of Greenfield Project in Germany
• A varied and responsible job in an effective and international team with flat hierarchies
• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours / hybrid working
• Local benefit (Health and Pension insurance)
• Friendly atmosphere.

This role offers a high degree of independence and plenty of room for personal initiative and growth.

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Job Family:Finance
Division:Continental Europe
Department:Strategic Project and SCA
Location(s): DE - Germany : Lower Saxony : Hannover
DE - Germany : Hesse : Eschborn
DE - Germany : Lower Saxony : Mehrum
DE - Germany : Other : Reference job description

Company:McCain GMBH