Business Controller – Research & Development (m/f/d)

Your mission PTV Logistics is looking for an experienced Business Controller (m/f/d) to take ownership of controlling for our Research & Development organization. As a trusted finance business partner, you bridge finance and technical operations, turning complex data into strategic recommendations that guide engineering and product leadership. Your role spans: You take full end-to-end ownership of business controlling for R&D, acting as the primary finance contact and strategic advisor for Software Engineering and Product Management leadership. You design and implement operational KPIs together with engineering and product stakeholders, covering development velocity, resource utilization, and product profitability. You lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts for R&D, ensuring optimal allocation of resources across products, features, and technical debt initiatives. You critically challenge R&D investments through rigorous cost-benefit analyses of new product development, feature enhancements, and technology infrastructure. You develop financial models for the capitalization of software development costs in line with accounting standards, ensuring accurate project cost tracking. You drive monthly performance reviews with engineering and product leaders, delivering variance analyses and actionable recommendations while championing continuous improvement in R&D financial planning. Your profile You bring at least 5 years of hands-on controlling experience with exposure to R&D; SaaS experience is a plus. You have a deep understanding of R&D financial management, including software capitalization rules, project accounting, and technology cost structures. You have a proven track record as a finance business partner in technical environments, communicating effectively with engineering and product teams. You are skilled in financial modeling and data analysis, with a strong command of Excel and BI tools such as Power BI or Qlik. You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Controlling, Business Administration, or a related field; certifications such as CMA, CPA, or CIMA are a plus. You combine a strategic mindset with attention to detail, strong English language skills, and a willingness to travel regularly to collaborate across locations. Why us? Here you can find our values and benefits: Contact Person Magdalena Riffault Senior Talent Acquisition Partner