Controller (all genders)
Date: Mar 2, 2026
Location: Porto, PT
Company: valantic GmbH
Effective Field
- Prepare/consolidate monthly/quarterly reports; ensure accuracy/timeliness; analyse P&L; monitor KPIs, central costs, project expenses.
- Assist monthly forecasts/annual budgets; ensure reliability/timeliness; track vs plan; explain variances and drivers.
- Manage cost center controlling; plan/forecast; analyse variable/fixed cost variances; report trends by business unit; share insights.
- Improve data collection/validation/consolidation; design/maintain dashboards (Excel, SAC, Power BI); automate with Power Query/Power Automate; ensure single source of truth.
- Prepare reporting packs; perform plausibility checks and reconciliations; ensure complete/accurate postings
- Gather/validate data with ops/finance; align with PMs/consultants; turn performance into actionable insights.
- Uphold internal controls/governance; ensure policy/accounting compliance; drive continuous process/reporting improvements.
What distinguishes you
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field – or equivalent practical experience.
- Approximately 1-3 years of relevant experience in financial controlling, finance, or accounting (experience in audit or consulting environments is a plus).
- Strong P&L, budgeting, and cost control knowledge; proficient in analyzing financial data and reporting.
- Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables) with experience in financial systems and tools like LucaNet, SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI, and automation solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management abilities with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
- Effective team player with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
- Adaptable to high-pressure environments, fast-paced international settings, and occasional travel.
- Be highly skilled with English language, verbal and written mode.
- Be available to travel.
What you can expect
- Professional environment with challenging national and international digital projects for well-known customers and hidden champions.
- A passionate team with a Can-Do Attitude that welcomes you with open arms.
- A modern working environment with a feel-good factor.
- Development opportunities that suit you.
- Flexible working hours, attractive benefits and of course lots of fun.