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Strategic Planning & Controlling Manager

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Allianz

29d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • Munich

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's in Finance/Economics, advanced training in Corporate Finance, 7+ years in finance, international experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office and Excel.
  • You will oversee financial planning, analyze performance, coordinate reporting, guide cross-functional projects, and support strategic decision-making while managing a high-performing finance team.

Requirements

  • * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
  • * Advanced training in Corporate Finance, preferably with a Master's degree or MBA.
  • * Minimum of 7 years’ experience within the Financial Department (Controlling, Risk, Investments, M&A, Accounting).
  • * International work experience with cross-boarder exposure with capability of acting in a global, regional and local scope and multicultural environment and excellent command of English language (oral and written).
  • * Good interpersonal and communication skills and exposure to top management and decision-makers.
  • * Deep understanding of: corporate finance instruments and capital transactions; capital for different business models (working capital); valuation principles for financial assets; M&A processes.
  • * Strategic thinking and tactical problem solving; frame issues and create effective plans for execution.
  • * Proficiency in MS Office, statistical programs, Excel and database.

Responsibilities

  • Steer the company from global financial view
  • Designs and contributes to AzP planning process and support implementation of PD framework across AzP organization, engage with relevant stakeholders in AzP and AZ Group
  • Provides and analyzes AzP consolidated financial plan, including relevant alignment and granularity according to AzP Group, LoBs, Regions, BUs, Functions needs
  • Performs ongoing business driver plan vs actual analysis, productivity controlling (especially IT cost steering) and financial performance monitoring in the monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, thus ensures pro-active, forward looking controlling of Sub-Region/Regions/LoB performance
  • Handles and oversees monthly, quarterly and annual multidimensional closing and reporting process for AzP internal, manages deliverables on time and in quality, assures quality financial oversight as well as analysis deep-dives and deliveries for ad hoc requests
  • Contributes actively to strategic decision-making of AzP CFO and AzP Board of Management based on sound business and financial analysis
  • Contributes and lead preparation for BoM conversation, interactions with H5 (e.g. QBR, productivity
  • Transform the company and P&C function into a global organization:
  • Supports ongoing cross-functional (e.g. Finance, OM, Ops, CTO) and/or cross-OE (e.g. AzP, AZ Technology) projects with holistic financial know-how and consolidated view on relevant AzP financial KPIs, but also integration in overall planning process and framework
  • Enforces data availability and quality according to increasing customer demands (also outside Finance) with full leverage of enhanced technical solutions and automated tools
  • Contributes to cost and budget steering in alignment with global functional targets of P&C, thus keeps strong focus on increasing efficiency and productivity in all areas of responsibility including coordination of outsourcing activities
  • Participates in AzP projects and business cases, i.e. being a strategic partner to the business and supporting the decision making by financial analyses in defined business opportunities, thus setting harmonized standards for evaluation from an economic point of view
  • Leadership – global exposure to wide range of customers:
  • Acts with surpassing integrity along all dimensions of the Allianz People Attributes
  • Coordinate high-performing team of highly skilled financial specialists combining both functional expertise and strategic/business judgment
  • Provides guidance and communicates to a diverse and very international small group of people in the finance area
  • Manages regular exposure, communication and interaction with AzP CFO and AzP Board members, Regional MD, Finance Head of LoB, as well as to senior management executives in AZ Group next to daily interaction with head of SPC and frequent interaction with Global Head of P&C
  • Implements and ensures well-managed cross-functional collaboration within AzP organization, in particular with HR, CTO, COO, UW, Markets, Strategy, CEO & CFO Office

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Strategic Planning & Controlling Manager?

The primary responsibilities include leading and executing controlling, monitoring, and reporting activities, providing consolidated financial analysis, conducting productivity controlling, supporting strategic decision-making, and managing communication and reporting processes with various teams.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field is required, along with advanced training in Corporate Finance (preferably a Master's degree or MBA) and a minimum of 7 years of experience in finance roles.

Is international work experience necessary for this role?

Yes, international work experience with cross-border exposure is essential, as the role requires engagement in a global and multicultural environment.

What skills are imperative for the Strategic Planning & Controlling Manager?

Key skills include strategic thinking, tactical problem-solving, deep understanding of corporate finance instruments, good interpersonal and communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office and statistical programs.

Who does the Strategic Planning & Controlling Manager report to?

The Strategic Planning & Controlling Manager directly reports to the Head of Strategic Planning and Controlling.

Will there be opportunities for personal and professional development in this role?

Yes, the company provides a variety of courses and targeted development programs to empower employees with their personal and professional growth.

What kind of work environment does Allianz Group promote?

Allianz Group promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce, encouraging an environment where everyone feels empowered and confident to explore and grow.

Does this position require regular interaction with top management?

Yes, the role involves regular exposure, communication, and interaction with the AzP CFO, Board members, and senior executives within the AZ Group.

Are there any specific tools or software that proficiency is required in for this role?

Proficiency in MS Office, statistical programs, Excel, and databases is required for the Strategic Planning & Controlling Manager position.

Do we support work-life balance initiatives?

Yes, Allianz Group prioritizes health and wellbeing, offering Work Well programs to provide peace of mind and flexibility in planning for a better work-life balance.

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Allianz

Our purpose: We secure your future. Our promise is to give confidence in tomorrow.

Finance
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10,001+
Employees
1890
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Allianz Group is one of the world's leading insurers and asset managers with more than 100 million private and corporate customers in more than 70 countries. We are proud to be the Worldwide Insurance Partner of the Olympic & Paralympic Movements from 2021 until 2028 and to be recognized as one of the industry leaders in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. Join us and together, let’s care for tomorrow.