Project Controller Air Supply (m/f/d)

About the Team

The Business Controlling team plays a key role in driving project success by acting as a trusted financial partner to Project Managers and cross-functional teams. As a Project Controller, you will operate as a “mini CFO,” ensuring financial transparency, identifying risks, and supporting informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. You will have a direct impact on project profitability while collaborating closely with finance and project stakeholders. If you are looking for a dynamic, analytical role with real business impact, we encourage you to apply and grow with us.

What you can look forward to as Project Controller Air Supply (m/f/d):

• Drive project team towards committed financial targets, anticipate & identify potential FCM, GMP, M-ROCE drops in an early stage, and support initiatives in case of cost gaps;
• Critical check of commercial customer & supplier contracts (volume & productivity clauses, FX & Raw material clauses, etc.);
• Ensure that responsibilities and ownership of project financials are clearly defined in the project team;
• Evaluate proactively the economic health of projects in the creation phase and until the start of production;
• Ensure the project team selects the most economic solutions, ensure that project approval is based on accurate economic projections; 
• Identify risks early, support project team in identifying, implementing, and tracking mitigation activities;
• Drive decision-making by asking the right questions, driving escalation via product line or via Finance function if necessary;
• Ensure accurate tracking of change requests (costing/pricing) within the project (change of requirements) & Push for maximum customer reimbursements by ensuring that invoicing is triggered when milestones are achieved.

Your Profile as Project Controller Air Supply (m/f/d):

• Higher education;
• Experience: minimum 2 years in accounting/reporting/controlling, familiar with IFRS, at least two out of key Controlling areas (M&L, Material, R&D, Sales, Quality Cost);
• Escalate early in case of deviations whilst maintaining a good relationship with team members based on mutual respect;
• Open source mentality to exchange know-how within BB & PjC team;
• Very good knowledge of Excel;
• Fluent English, German will be a plus;
• Be authentic - To be quirky is an asset;
• Managerial Courage & not shy - ask questions when others won’t and curious - constantly exploring.

Why you should choose ZF in Wroclaw:

• Contract of employment with a flexible hybrid work model — work from home up to 3 days per week;
• Enjoy flexible working hours tailored to your role and team;
• Work in a diverse, international environment with cross-functional teams and stakeholders;
• Access private medical care through Medicover and life insurance under favorable terms;
• Use the Medicover Sport card for sport activities, wellness, travel, entertainment, and more;
• Be part of a collaborative team that values open communication, mutual support, and a positive working atmosphere.