Financial Controller (f/m/d)

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Financial Controller (f/m/d)

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General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world leader in helicopter engines and the only manufacturer exclusively specialized in this market. Operating worldwide, the company employs 6,100 people, serves more than 2,500 customers across 155 countries, and has over 21,500 engines in service.

Reference number

2026-188008

Job details

Job field / Job profile

Finance and management - Finance and administration management

Job title

Financial Controller (f/m/d)

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

As a key member of the global Safran Group, Safran Helicopter Engines Germany stands as a center of excellence for helicopter engine innovation, serving Central, Northern and Eastern Europe as well as Central Asia. Our employees of 78 highly skilled professionals from over 15 nations combine advanced technological expertise with deep industry experience to deliver reliable and high-performance engine solutions. These engines power critical missions across a wide range of applications, including emergency services and defense operations.

Our new HanSafran facility in Norderstedt, covering 6,000 m², shows our strong commitment to sustainability and climate-neutral operations. Safran Helicopter Engines Germany continues to focus on innovation, quality and customer satisfaction, aiming to be a leader in the aerospace industry. Our mission: To keep our customers flying!

For our Finance Team, we are looking for you as

Financial Controller (f/m/d)

Unlimited – Full Time – 40 hour-contract

Your mission:

• Active contribution to monthly, quarterly and annual financial closings, ensuring accuracy and compliance

• Preparation of forecasts, management reports and ad-hoc analyses to support decision-making across departments and management

• Analysis and evaluation of key operational and financial KPIs, translating data into actionable insights

• Support in monitoring and processing outstanding receivables, contributing to effective cash flow management

• Close collaboration with Sales on dunning and collection processes for national and international customers, ensuring timely recovery of receivables

• Managing the accounts payable process in a secure, ICS-compliant and audit-proof manner - serving as a key pillar of our internal control system in accordance with KonTraG

Candidate skills & requirements

Your skills & qualifications:

• A degree in Business Administration or a completed commercial apprenticeship with specialization in Finance & Controlling

• Several years of professional experience in financial controlling, preferably within an internationally operating company

• A structured and results-oriented working style combined with a high level of personal responsibility and strong analytical skills

• High level of commitment, assertiveness and strong communication skills

• Confident use of Office365 (especially Excel and PowerPoint), ideally complemented by experience with ERP systems (such as SAP FI/CO or comparable) as well as BI tools (Power BI, SAP BO)

• Excellent command of German and English, both written and spoken

Your benefits:

• A responsible position in a future-oriented, international company that values innovation

• 33 vacation days, flexible working hours and modern work tools to help you perform at your best

• 30 training hours per year for your continuous development

• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as

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Supplementary health insurance

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Company pension scheme

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Transportation allowance or full cover of your German ticket

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Net income booster benefits

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Participation in our share savings plan and corporate benefits

• Free of charge health check-ups, adjustable tables and participation in sports events

• Company leasing of bicycles

• An annual budget for individual specialist literature

and much more.

However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes! Whether a new contract signature, award winnings, summer festivals, Christmas parties or kick-off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!

P.S.: We value diversity and see it as a natural part of who we are. We welcome applications from people regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal characteristics.

Are you ready to take your career to new heights?

Please apply online and inform us about your earliest possible start date and your salary requirements.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Contact Details

SAFRAN Helicopter Engines Germany GmbH

Steven Butt – HR Business Partner • M: +49 (0)162 3252475, T: +49 (0) 40 500 216 99 • E-Mail: hr.de.she@safrangroup.com

Job location

Job location

Europe, Germany

City (-ies)

Spelterstraße 1 22848 Norderstedt

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

· 
German (Fluent)

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English (Fluent)