Controlling Business Partner

About the role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Controlling Business Partner to join our finance team in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. In this position you will act as a strategic partner to business units, delivering financial analysis and cost‑management insights that support informed decision‑making and long‑term planning.

Key responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive product cost calculations for quotation, industrialisation and series production.
• Analyse cost impacts of engineering, process and operational measures, including scenario comparisons and variance analysis.
• Track and validate actual cost developments after implementation to ensure alignment with forecasts.
• Identify cost‑optimisation opportunities within the plant and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support long‑term planning and cost forecasting in collaboration with business‑unit partners.
• Monitor product‑cost performance against budgets, ensuring transparent and accurate reporting.
• Provide fast, reliable cost estimations for timely business decisions.
• Conduct controlling activities such as KPI reviews, financial reporting and cost‑tracking validation.
• Deliver detailed monthly reports, forecasts and year‑to‑date performance insights on key cost drivers.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, translating technical data into clear financial insights.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Economics, Management, Finance or a related field.
• Proven experience in product costing, controlling, manufacturing finance or a similar financial role.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and present findings clearly.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Required skills