The company is a European subsidiary of a long-established Japanese manufacturer founded in 1950, globally known for its premium consumer products. Since its establishment in Germany in 1973, the organization has operated from its headquarters in Krefeld, supporting a broad and efficient distribution network across Europe.
Specializing in the design, production, and sales of high-quality table tennis equipment—including professional-grade rubbers and rackets—the company has earned the trust of top athletes around the world. Through continuous product innovation, close collaboration with players, and unwavering commitment to quality, it contributes to the ongoing development and global growth of the sport.
Country controller at Headquarters in Controlling related topics together with the Controlling manager.
【Job Tasks】
・Strategic Planning & Steering: Drive long-term strategic objectives and the budgeting process in alignment with Brand and Group directives.
・Business Performance Management: Ensure the achievement of short-to-mid-term business objectives through rigorous forecasting and actual result analysis.
・Profitability Monitoring: Track and steer brand results (ROS%) to ensure targets are met within the APA (Asia-Pacific) corridor.
・Risk & Opportunity Management: Monitor financial risks and opportunities to provide actionable insights for informed executive decision-making.
・Executive Reporting: Lead and facilitate Financial Review meetings with Headquarters, the Managing Director, and Brand Directors.
・Cost Control & Allocation: Oversee the accurate allocation of Group function costs and ensure strict budget approval processes.
・Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement and automation of controlling processes to enhance efficiency.
・Internal Control & Compliance: Establish and improve internal control processes and SOPs in alignment with Global Headquarters.
・Audit Management: Act as the primary point of contact for both internal and external auditors regarding controlling topics.
・Systems & Data Governance: Oversee the maintenance and implementation of financial systems (e.g., SAP, my.Serve) and ensure the integrity of financial information.
【Main KPIs】
-Prediction quality of FC in respective area of responsibility
-IFRS/JGAAP closing compliance
-Achievement of Group targets
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Mandatory Qualifications (All must be met):
-Education: BA or equivalent
-Fluent in both Japanese and English: Required to communicate smoothly in both languages
-3 to 5+ years of relevant experience including the following;
-Detail orientated and preciseness on numbers
-Negotiation with AG, Agencies and other stakeholders
-Facilitate management meetings
-Cross functional communication/organization
-Strategy creation for own area of responsibility
-Operation process creation for own area of responsibility
-MS Office (e.g. excel/ppt/word)
-Curious minded and attentive to details
-Proactive and hands on, adapting to changing environment and priorities
-People management experience
-Understanding of ERP operations
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