Job Description

Controller (m/f/d) (fixed-term contract for 1 year, with option of unlimited extension)

cosnova?

The name might be new to you – but you certainly know our brands

essence

and

Catrice

: they are available in more then 90 countries and together generate annual sales of around 1 billion euros. Today, we rank among the Top 10 in colour cosmetics – thanks to our 900+ dedicated employees worldwide. With passion and creativity, they continue to write our success story every day.



Start your own chapter with us – bring your ideas and skills to an working environment shaped and supported by the values of a family-owned company.

This position is based in Milan.

Fulfilling responsibilities. A team that inspires.

Preparation and organization of monthly and annual closings, as well as budget and forecasting processes Creation and continuous improvement of management reports and profitability analyses for decision-making. Independent preparation of variance analyses and ad hoc analyses, including actionable recommendations. Contribution to financial analysis of key investments and support for initiatives aimed at efficiency and cost optimization. Further development of reporting tools (e.g., dashboards/cockpits) and internal analyses, in cooperation with Headquarters. Participation in internal projects related to process improvement and system development (including AI tools). Support in cost controlling with focus on general & administrative costs, logistics, and CAPEX, ensuring cross-functional collaboration. Business partnering with specialized departments (including Sales) to support budget preparation, forecasting, and customer strategy discussions. Preparation of regular KPI reports and performance analyses (e.g., P&L, customer P&L) for internal and external stakeholders. You bring the skills. We give you the space.

5+ years of experience in Controlling as well as experience in the FMCG/consumer goods industry Strong analytical skills and process understanding, with eagerness to continuously learn and improve. Structured, reliable, and independent working style, combined with strong team spirit and collaboration mindset. Ability to prioritize tasks and meet critical deadlines (e.g., closing, budget, forecast). Proactive, goal-oriented, and hands-on approach. Very good knowledge of SAP, MS Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Business Intelligence tools is a plus Excellent written and spoken English Willingness to travel occasionally, including visits to HQ in Germany. Exciting work. Benefits that matter.

Attractive working environment:

Challenging tasks with a lot of creative freedom in a stylish office.

Team:

Kind, motivated colleagues, for whom the idea of teamwork is principal.

Family business

: Owner-managed, acting sustainably, and always at eye level from interns to management.

Flexibility:

Through smart working and flexible working hours.

Prospects:

Whether onboarding, continuous on-the-job training, job rotation, or internal/external further training measures - everything is possible. We look forward to receiving your complete

job application in

English

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