Vice President Group Controlling (f/m/d)

For our business unit Infrastructure & Geospatial we are looking for an experienced, entrepreneurial-minded leader as Vice President Group Controlling.

In this key position, you will report directly to the CFO and actively shape the financial management as well as the further development of our international controlling organisation.

About us

At Hexagon, we are a global leader in measurement technologies. Our solutions for precision measurement, positioning and autonomy are transforming some of the world’s most important industries – creating the reliability our customers rely on when building, navigating and innovating.

From micrometres to Mars, we increase productivity, quality, safety and sustainability where it matters most. We help companies work smarter, reduce risks and achieve new levels of efficiency.

Looking ahead, we accompany our customers on the path to true autonomy and support them in confidently addressing challenges such as sustainability and demographic change.

With around 16,000 employees in 50 countries, Hexagon combines global presence, expertise and innovative strength to make a sustainable impact in some of the world’s most important industries.

Learn more at hexagon.com .

• You act as a strategic and commercial sparring partner for the CFO and senior management, supporting well-founded entrepreneurial decisions.

• You are responsible for overarching financial performance management as well as budgeting, forecasting and medium-term planning processes.

• You analyse and question business development, identify opportunities and risks, and derive concrete recommendations for action.

• You continuously develop our controlling processes, reporting structures and management tools.

• You drive the digitalisation and optimisation of our finance system landscape, especially in the areas of ERP, EPM and business intelligence.

• You support the further development of efficient finance and shared service structures.

• You lead and develop your team and strengthen collaboration within our international controlling organisation.

• You accompany strategic projects and transformation initiatives and ensure their successful implementation.

• You have many years of leadership experience in group, regional or divisional controlling, FP&A or finance business partnering in an internationally operating company.

• You bring strong business acumen and understand the commercial and operational value drivers of a company.

• Ideally, you have gained experience in an international technology company with hardware, software and service business.

• You are familiar with complex international matrix organisations, preferably with regional and divisional structures.

• You have solid expertise in finance processes, ERP/EPM systems, reporting and finance transformation.

• Experience in building or further developing shared service centres / global business services is a clear advantage.

• You possess a sound understanding of IFRS, group reporting and international financial structures.

• You have a degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a comparable field.

• You communicate fluently in German and English and are willing to work on-site at our Heerbrugg location at least 2-3 days per week.

What sets you apart

You combine financial expertise with entrepreneurial thinking and a pronounced hands-on mentality. As a convincing leader, you question existing assumptions, represent your position even to experienced decision-makers and bring different interests together.

You think strategically, act pragmatically and understand how to translate complex financial contexts into clear decisions and measurable results. In doing so, you take responsibility, set priorities and drive change with determination and persuasiveness.

• • Flexible annual working hours based on a 40-hour week
  • 25-30 days holiday, depending on age
  • Bonus system and above-statutory pension contributions
  • Opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Relocation support
  • Employee discounts and various staff events
  • International working environment and collaboration across teams and countries

Here you can find more information about us as an employer.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Joanna Ertug , Talent Acquisition Manager DACH, who will be happy to assist you.