Financial Controller (m/f/d) bei Reederei F. Laeisz

About Reederei F. Laeisz

Reederei F. Laeisz is one of Germany's most traditional companies in the shipping industry, employing around 600 crew members at sea and 80 shore-based staff. Ship management is at the core of their operations, characterized by a modern, international, and future-oriented approach.

About the Role

As a Financial Controller, you will serve as a central interface between the finance department, operational units, and management. You will play a vital role in the economic management of the fleet, providing analyses and recommendations that form the basis for important business decisions and contribute to the company's development.

Your Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning and budgeting of the annual operating costs for the ships.
• Prepare decision memos, analyses, and reports for management.
• Continuously monitor the fleet's operating costs in collaboration with the technical inspection and crewing departments.
• Generate ongoing monthly and quarterly reports.
• Act as a sparring partner for management and operational departments on commercial issues, projects, and special tasks.
• Communicate with clients/partners on business administration matters and explain reports.

Your Qualifications:

• Completed degree in Business Administration, Controlling, Finance, or a comparable qualification.
• Ideally, training as a Shipping Clerk and/or initial professional experience in Finance & Controlling.
• Strong numerical understanding and analytical thinking skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and ideally experienced with ERP and BI systems.
• Structured, independent, and solution-oriented work approach.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex issues clearly.
• Good German and English language skills (written and spoken).
• Interest in the shipping and maritime industry.

Your Benefits:

• Varied work in an international maritime environment.
• Direct collaboration with management and short decision-making paths.
• Independent work with significant scope for action.
• Opportunity to actively develop processes and contribute ideas.
• Individual training and development opportunities.
• A motivated and appreciative team, with long-term prospects in a successful company.
• Fully employer-covered Deutschlandticket.
• Bicycle leasing with employer subsidy.
• Corporate Benefits program with attractive employee discounts.
• Company restaurant or meal allowance.
• Company medical care, including check-ups and vaccination offers.

Ready to set course for the future with us?

We look forward to receiving your comprehensive application, including your earliest possible start date. For any questions, please contact Ms. Mandy Schefter.