Controller

The AI-Driven Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of operations while leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. This role integrates AI-driven financial analysis and automation to optimize decision-making and efficiency. The AI-Driven Controller will work closely with Group Controller, AI teams, and operational leadership to drive profitability and digital transformation.

The Controlling Professional will be responsible for the execution of controlling tasks and the development of controlling standards, to support the activities and growth of the company group. The goal is to assure all tasks of regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, development of internal control policies and procedures are handled efficiently.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Oversee financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with group policies and accounting standards.

• Implement AI-driven tools for financial forecasting, risk assessment, and predictive analytics.

• Manage cost accounting functions, including AI-based cost optimization, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.

• Develop and maintain AI-enhanced budget models, providing real-time updates and variance explanations.

• Partner with leadership to analyze financial performance and identify AI-driven cost reduction opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOPs, and company policies.

• Prepare AI-generated financial reports with automated insights for strategic decision-making.

• Lead capital expenditure analysis with AI-powered financial justification models.

• Collaborate with corporate finance, AI, and IT teams to integrate intelligent automation into financial processes.

• Monitor AI-based financial KPIs to enhance performance and drive efficiency.

• Train and develop financial staff on AI tools and financial technology innovations.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, AI/Data Science, or a related field (CPA, CMA, MBA, or AI certifications preferred).

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial leadership, with expertise in AI-driven financial analysis.

• Strong knowledge of AI-enhanced cost accounting, financial analysis, and internal controls.

• Experience with AI-powered ERP systems, automation tools, and advanced data analytics platforms.

• Proficiency in AI and machine learning applications for financial modeling (Python, R, SQL, or similar).

• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across AI and finance functions.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in AI-driven financial transformation projects.

• Familiarity with cloud-based financial AI solutions and robotic process automation (RPA).

• Knowledge of Local GAAP, IFRS accounting standards, and AI regulations in financial application

About Sartorius

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
www.sartorius.com/careers