Project Controller (m / f/d)

Description

We are looking for a Project Controller (m/f/d) to join our team. This position is embedded in the Pharma and Food Applications - Division, Department Division Controlling. As our new Project Controller you will be based in the Netherlands (Bakel).

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• Successfully completed academic degree (e.g. Bachelor or Master in Business Administration, Finance, or comparable)

• 2 -3 years of relevant professional experience in finance / controlling within an international environment

• Experience with IFRS and Percentage‑of‑Completion (PoC) accounting is an advantage

• Solid understanding of ERP systems, ideally SAP R/3 and modules FI/CO, CO‑PA, BW

• Experience with data management and analytics tools (e.g. Advanced Excel, Alteryx)

• Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools such as SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or Power BI

• Exposure to automation solutions (e.g. Power Apps, Azure Dataverse) is a plus

• Proficiency in MS Office, with a strong focus on Excel and PowerPoint

• Fluent in English language; Dutch language is a plus

• Challenging position within a large international organisation

• Competitive salary with 8% holiday pay

• 25 days' holiday and 13 ATV days based on full-time employment (CLA)

• Travel allowance

• Contribution towards a gym membership

• A position within a company with many opportunities for advancement

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Reporting to the Head of Division Controlling, Division Pharma & Food Applications

• Support in developing and rolling out project controlling tools, governance standards, and best practices across the Division

• Support in defining and supporting project pre‑calculation standards, benchmarks, and quality checks during pre‑sales and approval phases

• Establish project execution controlling, reporting, and rolling forecasts; ensure feedback loops via lessons learned

• Provide ongoing controlling support to project managers throughout project execution

• Monitor project performance including milestones, timelines, costs, resources, and risks versus budget

• Prepare and facilitate monthly and quarterly project review meetings with a focus on financial and commercial objectives

• Conduct project risk assessments and contribute to internal risk reporting

• Prepare monthly project controlling reports and PoC accounting in line with IFRS for external reporting