What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Controller position at OPmobility?
Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!
OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.
A world leader in onboard energy storage and emission reduction systems, OPmobility C-Power develops solutions for all types of powertrains including, gasoline, diesel, hybrids, plug-in hybrids and battery electric vehicles. Electrification is the driver of low-carbon mobility and with the E-Power business, OPmobility is developing battery packs, electronics and power electronics for heavy-duty mobility and light vehicles.
Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.
Drive financial excellence and shape the success of innovative programs.
As a Program Controller, you’ll play a pivotal role in steering the financial performance of cutting-edge programs from concept to completion. Acting as a strategic partner to Program Managers, you’ll ensure accurate planning, cost control, and profitability analysis—while collaborating across Finance, Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to deliver results that matter.
What You’ll Do
- Own the numbers: Track and control program costs—tooling, trials, materials, labor, and overhead.
- Deliver insights: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for assigned programs.
- Be a key player: Support month-end and year-end closing processes and monitor development cash flow.
- Plan for the future: Contribute to annual budgets and five-year business plans.
- Collaborate for success: Partner with Program Managers to align financial objectives and validate cost assumptions with Purchasing and Engineering.
- Drive improvement: Identify financial risks and opportunities, propose process enhancements, and ensure compliance with cost targets and pricing agreements.
- Represent Finance: Participate in program reviews, customer meetings, and audits as needed.
What Success Looks Like
- Timely completion of month-end closing, forecasts, and annual budgets.
- Accurate P&L and cash flow forecasting.
- Effective tracking of R&D hours, CAPEX, and program assets.
What You Bring
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
- Experience: 3–5 years in financial controlling (automotive industry experience preferred).
- Technical Skills: Advanced Excel and ERP systems (SAP a plus).
- Power BI experience is a plus
- Soft Skills: Analytical mindset, proactive problem-solving, strong communication, and ability to thrive under tight deadlines.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team driving innovation.
- Influence key financial decisions and shape program success.
- Grow your career in a dynamic, global organization.
As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.