GROUP CONTROLLER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: May 09, 2025 - The Group Controller possesses advanced analytical expertise in using spreadsheets and business intelligence tools to evaluate financial performance and support business decisions. This position demonstrates strong technical accounting knowledge and proficiency with systems such as SAP and Hyperion Financial Management to manage complex financial processes. This role exhibits excellent communication and leadership abilities to effectively collaborate across international operations and drive results.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Group Controller Resume
  • Financial Reporting
  • Budget Forecasting
  • Variance Analysis
  • Internal Controls
  • Audit Coordination
  • Process Improvement
  • Accounting Operations
  • Data Interpretation
  • ERP Implementation
  • KPI Analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Business Partnership
  • Issue Awareness
  • Staff Development
  • Training Delivery
  • Results Communication
  • Efficiency Improvement
  • Talent Development
  • Corporate Collaboration

Summary of Group Controller Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Accounting with 9 years of Experience

  • Experience in the automotive manufacturing industry with multiple plants
  • Solid background in costing and extensive knowledge of the manufacturing process
  • Experience with large ERP systems and strong Excel spreadsheet skills
  • Ability to evaluate, plan, analyze and provide guidance to plant controllers
  • Excellent Interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
  • Highly analytical and strong leadership skills
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with management reporting tools such as Power BI
  • Strong analytical, communication and consulting skills
  • Strong English and Dutch verbal and written language skills

2. BA in Finance with 10 years of Experience

  • Advanced data analytical skills for using spreadsheets or business intelligence tools.
  • Experienced in leveraging financial and business systems to monitor business activities and aid in decision-making.
  • Experienced working with multiple businesses or international business experience.
  • Experience using accounting technology applications.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong technical accounting background
  • Excellent PC skills including Excel and PowerPoint
  • Good interpersonal and leadership skills to drive results, and excellent command skills while partnering with the sales teams.
  • Experience with the Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) system and SAP
  • Competence to support the development of digital solutions to improve processes

3. BS in Business Administration with 9 years of Experience

  • Experience with consolidated accounting & (external) reporting, preferably gained at a professional services firm
  • Strong understanding of cash generation in a project-based business, including work in progress, revenue accounting, long-term contracts and bank guarantees
  • Proficient in Dutch GAAP
  • Skills and experience in (non) Dutch taxation 
  • Good written and verbal presentation skills
  • Ability to work on a number of complex areas at the same time
  • Excellent accounting software user and administration skills (experience with Unit4 BW)
  • Fluent in English and Dutch, spoken and written
  • Ability to work closely with outside audit and tax firms
  • Experience with Manufacturing cost accounting 
  • Experience with Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

4. BS in Financial Management with 10 years of Experience

  • Experience as a controller and/or financial manager, with progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation
  • Experience in a management role, proven abilities as a manager
  • Experience in providing high-quality financial support at a senior management level
  • Excellent knowledge of accounting
  • Knowledge of financial operations and structures
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and (SOX) procedures
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills (fluent in English and Dutch)
  • Excellent accounting software and administration skills (preferably JDE & HFM)
  • Experience consolidating multiple entities, foreign company experience
  • Experience using integrated ERP systems, SAGE
  • Experience implementing new or upgraded ERP software