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

Job description

Water is our most valuable resource. Help protect it for future generations. The global challenges surrounding water continue to grow. As a leading water technology company, Xylem develops innovative solutions that help communities and organizations use, treat, and reuse water more efficiently. With approximately 23,000 employees worldwide, we work every day to solve some of the world's most pressing water challenges. Within Xylem Analytics Germany , we develop and market high-quality measurement and analytical systems across four locations in Germany. Our brands WTW, ebro, SI Analytics, and STM are among the leading providers of quantitative measurement solutions and water analytics technologies. We currently have an open position as Operations Controller FP&A (m/f/d), Xylem Analytics at our site in Weilheim (Bavaria) or Mainz. Aufgaben The Controller, FP&A & Operations Finance – Analytics 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. 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 Support 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 financial 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 produ…