Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions division is looking for an Assistant Controller (m/f/d) to join our team in Aachen, Germany. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager – Indurad, this role supports the financial management and controlling activities of the business by ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with IFRS and company policies, managing accounting operations, and providing financial analysis that supports strategic business decision-making.

The Location: This position is based in Aachen, Germany. This is a full-time, permanent position. The primary business language is English. German language skills are considered an asset but are not required.

Salary Range: €70,000–€95,000 gross annually, depending on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications.

Our technologies are shaping the production and people-related ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous—ensuring a scalable, sustainable future.

As Assistant Controller (m/f/d) you will be responsible for these activities:

• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and Hexagon financial policies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning activities.
• Monitor cash flow, oversee payment approvals, and maintain effective financial controls.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including reconciliations and account adjustments.
• Review general ledger activity, journal entries, intercompany transactions, and local tax filings to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support monthly reporting, financial analytics, and management reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate external audits and maintain compliance with internal controls, tax regulations, insurance requirements, and company policies.
• Support the FP&A team and Senior Finance Manager with financial reporting and analysis.
• Supervise, coach, and develop members of the accounting and controlling team.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and contribute to finance transformation initiatives.

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum five years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, financial controls, and accounting principles.
• Experience preparing statutory financial statements and supporting external audits.
• Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
• Experience using ERP or financial reporting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Syteline, OneStream, QuickBooks, or similar.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Germany and internationally.

Nice To Have

• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory accounting, or revenue recognition.
• Experience working within an international or matrix organization.
• Experience supporting finance transformation or continuous process improvement initiatives.
• German language skills.

Key Success Factors

• Delivers accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.
• Demonstrates sound financial judgment and strong analytical capability.
• Builds collaborative relationships across Finance and cross-functional teams.
• Leads with integrity while supporting the development of team capability.
• Continuously identifies opportunities to improve processes, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Maintains a high level of attention to detail while effectively managing competing priorities.

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications for this role? Let us decide! At Hexagon, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you're excited about the opportunities this role could bring, we encourage you to apply.