Head of Controlling and FP&A (EMEA)

About the role

On is looking for a Head of Controlling and FP&A EMEA to shape its Controlling and FP&A function over the next 3-5 years. Reporting to the CFO EMEA, the role leads a team of 5+ FTEs and combines rigorous financial governance with strategic forecasting, while partnering closely with EMEA Sales, Marketing, Merchandizing and Operations. The position suits someone with 8-12+ years of progressive finance leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Evolving and scaling the EMEA Controlling and FP&A operating model to unify financial governance with strategic foresight.
• Pushing the use of automation, AI/ML tools and integrated ERP/BI ecosystems (D365, Anaplan, Looker) to streamline closing, reporting and variance tracking.
• Advancing quarterly forecasts, annual budgeting and long-range planning into scenario-based models that combine sell-out data, order book intelligence and market signals.
• Strengthening and automating cost center controlling, trade terms governance and P&L integrity.
• Partnering with EMEA Sales, Marketing, Merchandizing and Operations leaders to steer investments with data and insights.
• Leading, coaching and growing a high-performing finance team.

Required profile

• 8-12+ years of progressive finance leadership, with a track record of scaling Controlling and FP&A in a fast-growing international environment.
• Deep knowledge of financial governance, P&L management, omnichannel commercial controlling, driver-based modeling and long-range scenario planning.
• Experience building self-service insights with modern ERP, EPM, BI and automation tools.
• Fluent in English and comfortable traveling across EMEA markets.

Required skills

• D365/SAP, Anaplan, Looker
• SQL, Python, Alteryx
• Driver-based modeling and long-range planning