Business Controller (On-site)

About the Company

Delta, established in 1971 and publicly traded in Taiwan, is a global technology company known for power management and thermal solutions, with a broad portfolio spanning IoT-enabled energy-saving systems. Its work covers industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data centers, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage, and display technologies, all aimed at advancing smart manufacturing and sustainable urban development.

Guided by its mission to deliver innovative, clean, and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow, the company uses its strengths in high-efficiency power electronics and ESG-focused operations to help address environmental challenges, including climate change. Delta supports customers through sales offices, R&D centers, and manufacturing sites across nearly 200 locations in 5 continents.

Over the years, Delta has earned multiple international recognitions for business performance, innovation, and sustainability. It has appeared in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index since 2011 for 14 straight years, received CDP’s double A List four times for its efforts on climate change and water security, and has been recognized as a Supplier Engagement Leader for seven consecutive years.

Role Overview

The Business Controller will be responsible for managing financial reporting, accounting activities, internal controls, and compliance. The position plays a key role in ensuring monthly, quarterly, and annual closes are completed on time and with accuracy, while also supplying dependable financial insights to support management decisions.

Key Responsibilities

This role covers end-to-end finance control, reporting, and business support across accounting operations, budgeting, tax, audit coordination, and process improvement.

Financial Accounting and Control

• Manage daily accounting activities across general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, and intercompany transactions.
• Ensure financial practices align with IFRS, local GAAP, and internal company policies.
• Strengthen and maintain accounting controls, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Work with external auditors, tax consultants, and relevant regulatory bodies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual operating performance reports and analysis for product leaders, regional leadership, corporate business groups, and corporate functions.

Monthly Closing and Financial Reporting

• Lead the month-end closing process and ensure all required entries are posted correctly, including accruals, provisions, depreciation, inventory valuation, and reclassifications.
• Translate German GAAP postings into the applicable reporting framework, including IFRS or local GAAP, in line with group policies.
• Complete the closing cycle within the required deadlines.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages and financial statements covering profit and loss, balance sheet, cash flow, and related analysis for corporate and regional management.
• Review monthly outcomes against budget and forecast, then explain key variances.
• Check and reconcile balance sheet accounts, intercompany balances, bank accounts, receivables, payables, inventory, and fixed assets.
• Ensure financial information shared with management and the group remains consistent, accurate, and transparent.

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Performance Management

• Support annual budgeting and recurring forecasting activities.
• Track actual performance versus budget and forecast, and identify actions needed to improve results.
• Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to enhance cost discipline and profitability.
• Deliver financial insights that support strategic and operational decision-making.

Compliance, Tax, and Audit

• Ensure statutory financial statements are prepared and filed on time.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Oversee tax reporting and compliance, including VAT, corporate income tax, and withholding tax where relevant.
• Keep track of regulatory updates and evaluate their financial implications.

Systems, Process Improvement, and Team Leadership

• Lead and develop the accounting and finance team by setting clear goals and performance expectations.
• Improve finance processes, closing speed, and reporting quality while supporting operational process enhancements.
• Contribute actively to ERP and system upgrades, including SAP.
• Promote automation and standardization in financial reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline is required.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or RA is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in finance or accounting, including 1 to 2 years in controlling or a management role.
• Proven background in month-end closing and reporting in a multi-entity or international setting.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, local GAAP, and internal control frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Advanced capability in Microsoft Excel, plus familiarity with automation tools and financial analysis.
• German language proficiency at B2 level is required; Mandarin is an advantage.
• Occasional travel may be needed for meetings with group finance, auditors, or other stakeholders.

Additional Information

This is an on-site full-time position based in Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany.

No salary or stipend information, start date, application deadline, or number of openings was specified in the source.