Financial Controller
Location: Goch, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, 47574
Company: Chart Industries
The Role
We are looking for a Financial Controller to join our team and play a visible role in the continued development of our finance function. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will work closely with local management and international finance teams, contributing to financial reporting, controlling, forecasting and process improvement initiatives that support business performance.
This is a broad, hands-on role offering genuine responsibility from day one. You will help strengthen financial transparency, improve reporting processes, support the development of business intelligence capabilities and contribute to the ongoing integration of reporting requirements within the wider Baker Hughes organisation. You will gain exposure to both operational and strategic decision-making while helping to shape the future development of the finance function.
This is not a purely reporting-focused position. We are looking for someone who enjoys working hands-on with data, systems and processes, while identifying opportunities to improve how finance supports the wider business. The position would suit an ambitious finance professional who already has experience in accounting, reporting or controlling and is looking to take the next step in their career within a manufacturing environment.
Over time, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to broaden their responsibilities, gain exposure to operational and strategic decision-making, and develop the skills, commercial understanding and leadership experience required for future finance leadership responsibilities within the business.
About GOFA
GOFA is a leading manufacturer of specialised transport solutions for cryogenic gases, liquefied gases and chemicals. For decades, our products have supported customers across Europe, the Middle East and South America, providing safe and reliable transportation solutions for some of the world's most demanding industries.
Based in Goch and employing around 240 people, GOFA combines the agility and culture of a successful medium-sized manufacturer with the strength and stability of a global organisation.
As part of Chart Industries and Baker Hughes, we operate at the intersection of industrial innovation, clean energy and advanced manufacturing. Together, we support customers around the world with technologies and solutions that improve efficiency, reduce emissions and enable critical industrial processes.
Working at GOFA offers the opportunity to make a visible impact within a close-knit manufacturing environment while benefiting from the support and resources of a global business.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis processes.
Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful insights and recommendations to management.
Ensure compliance with German accounting standards (HGB) and relevant US GAAP requirements.
Perform account reconciliations and support internal and external audits.
Support and continuously improve internal control processes and financial governance.
Assist in the preparation, development and optimisation of management reporting.
Support the integration and development of reporting requirements within the wider Baker Hughes organisation, including the preparation and analysis of data used within reporting and business intelligence tools.
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, ERP workflows and reporting tools.
Contribute to strategic projects through financial modelling and analysis.
Support the ongoing improvement of transparency, efficiency and financial management tools across the business.
What You'll Bring
We recognise that great candidates do not always meet every requirement. If you believe you can make a meaningful contribution to our business, we would love to hear from you.
Ideally, you will have:
A degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent qualification.
At least 5 years of professional experience in finance, accounting or controlling.
Strong knowledge of German accounting standards (HGB).
Experience within a controlling, finance or accounting environment.
Experience working with ERP systems and financial software such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics or similar.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, financial analysis and reporting.
Experience with Power Query or Power Pivot would be advantageous.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
A structured, detail-oriented and proactive approach to work.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken.
A hands-on mindset with the willingness to challenge, improve and develop existing processes.
This role could be an excellent fit for someone currently working as a Junior Controller, Controller, Business Controller, Commercial Controller, Financial Analyst or similar finance professional who is ready for broader responsibilities and increased exposure within an international manufacturing business.
Our Benefits
30 days annual leave, plus additional bridge days.
37-hour working week.
Competitive salary including holiday and Christmas bonuses.
Company pension scheme.
Monthly employee voucher benefit.
Bike leasing programme.
A supportive and experienced team environment.
Long-term stability within a successful and growing organisation.
A forward-looking industrial business with a practical, hands-on culture.
Direct collaboration with the Finance Director, senior leadership team and international finance colleagues.
Genuine responsibility and visibility from day one.
The opportunity to influence reporting, controlling and finance processes as the business continues to evolve.
Exposure to international reporting requirements and business intelligence initiatives.
Chart Industries is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicants because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, marital status, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. Additionally, it is and shall continue to be our policy to provide promotion and advancement opportunities in a non-discriminatory fashion.
Chart complies with applicable local, state, and federal statutes governing “equal employment opportunity” and nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation and training.
