Controller FP&A Operations Finance (m/f/d), Xylem Analytics

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

We currently have an open position as Controller FP&A Operations Finance (m/f/d), Xylem Analytics at our site in Weilheim (Bavaria) or Mainz.

This role plays a key role in driving financial planning, performance analysis across the Analytics business and operational decision-making for Xylem Analytics Germany. Combining expertise in FP&A and Operations Finance, this position supports budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, inventory management, cost control, and operational performance improvement.

Key Responsibilities Include

Business Partnering & Financial Support

• Partner with Global FP&A and Operations Finance teams to provide meaningful financial analysis and decision support
• Prepare reports, presentations, and business insights that enable effective decision-making
• Support the execution of finance processes across both global and local business functions

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Budgeting and forecasting activities for Germany and the Global Analytics division
• Monitor weekly business performance and provide reliable financial outlooks
• Deliver analysis and recommendations to support budget and forecast reviews

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Support monthly closing and financial reporting activities
• Analyze financial performance, identify key business drivers, and explain variances versus budget and forecast
• Prepare reports covering key metrics such as backlog, pricing performance, and profitability

Operations Finance

• Analyze inventory movements, valuation, and trends to ensure financial transparency and control
• Perform product costing analyses and maintain cost accuracy at plant level
• Monitor operational KPIs such as production efficiency, productivity, and material consumption
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support operational performance improvements

Data, Systems & Compliance

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial and operational data within ERP systems
• Identify and resolve reporting and data quality issues impacting business performance
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and reporting standards

Continuous Improvement & Strategic Projects

• Drive finance process improvements and reporting standardization initiatives across the Analytics organization
• Identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency
• Contribute to business transformation projects and strategic initiatives that support long-term growth

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• 4-7 years of professional experience in Finance, FP&A, Controlling, or a related business partnering role
• Solid understanding of financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational finance principles
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Fluent in both German and English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or operations finance environment
• Knowledge of inventory accounting, standard costing, and absorption costing
• Experience with OneStream, SAP, QAD, and Business Intelligence (BI) tools
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, international and cross-functional environment

We Offer You More Than Just “A Job”

• Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
• Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
• Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
• Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks.

For questions regarding this opportunity, please reach out to Niklas Naunheim, Talent Acquisition Lead Europe at +49 1621374371.

We are looking forward to your application!

Xylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.