Stefan Broscheid - Group Controlling (VP)

Q: Where is Stefan based?

Stefan is based in Singapore, Singapore .

Q: What languages does Stefan speak?

Stefan speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Stefan have?

Stefan has at least 40 years of experience. During this time, Stefan has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 8 years and 11 months . Note that Stefan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Stefan's latest experience?

Stefan's most recent position is Group Controlling (VP) at WSAudiology .

Q: What companies has Stefan worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Stefan has worked for WSAudiology .

Q: Which industries is Stefan most experienced in?

Stefan is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Healthcare , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Stefan most experienced in?

Stefan is most experienced in business areas like Finance , Accounting , and Business Intelligence . Stefan also has some experience in Project Management , Strategy , and Human Resources .

Q: Which industries has Stefan worked in recently?

Stefan has recently worked in industries like Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas has Stefan worked in recently?

Stefan has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence , Finance , and Project Management .

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Singapore, Singapore

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Experience

Jan 2017 - Present

9 years 7 months

Singapore

Group Controlling (VP)

WSAudiology

Leading the controlling team with 5 direct reports and managing various projects
Controlling the areas: production, logistics, procurement, IT, R&D, finance, HR, legal, global BI, including the introduction of tools & processes
Responsible for monthly reporting (under IFRS) including variance analysis, as well as forecasting and annual planning/closing for the above areas
Specifically further developing production controlling including project management for cost and performance optimization
Investment controlling including profitability calculations
Continuously driving controlling-led digitalization initiatives across the entire supply chain
Strategic financial advisor for logistics, supply chain and material management functions, including planning/cost forecasting
Implemented a Power BI cube for inventory optimization, resulting in approx. 6% cash flow increase and a 1-day reduction in reporting time
Organized the financial flow for relocating a logistics hub from the USA to Mexico, including setting up a new finance department
Successful roll-out of Shared Service Center Finance for WIDEX entities (31) – cost savings of EUR 8m over 4 years
Built a management information system for all relevant performance KPIs for over 100 entities within 12 months
Implemented planning software JEDOX for all entities (>100), shortening the planning process by 4 weeks

Apr 2011 - Jul 2016

5 years 4 months

Aalen, Germany

Global Operations Controlling & Strategy (VP)

Carl Zeiss AG

Coordinating the quarterly forecast, annual and mid-term planning for the business unit, including cash flow planning, with 7 direct reports
Leading transformation projects in the finance organization
Developing and implementing procurement controlling in SAP, resulting in annual savings of around EUR 10m
Monthly reporting (IFRS) including variance analysis for the group and owners
Building and implementing R&D controlling with special focus on capitalizing development costs under IFRS and tracking performance of new product developments
Serving as main contact for audit firms

Aug 2004 - Mar 2011

6 years 8 months

Dornbirn, Austria

Controlling Lighting Brands Europe (Director)

Zumtobel Lighting GmbH

Ensuring monthly reporting under IFRS and internal standards by the 8th business day
Building a finance team in a newly established production company in Romania, implementing SAP-FI
Introducing Lean Six Sigma reporting
Promoted from Head of to Director (01/2009)

Jan 2001 - Jul 2004

3 years 7 months

Hanover, Germany

Head of Controlling Central Division

Continental AG

Developing personnel controlling in the Continental Group

Jul 1986 - Dec 2000

14 years 6 months

Various roles in controlling

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Automotive.

Manufacturing

Healthcare

Automotive

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Finance, Accounting, Business Intelligence, Project Management, Strategy, and Human Resources.

Finance

Accounting

Business Intelligence

Project Management

Strategy

Human Resources

Summary

Expert in building and optimizing all controlling processes & KPIs (production, logistics, procurement, IT, finance, HR), delivering significant cost savings
Project/program manager for digitalization projects (ERP rollout, automations, BI tools)
Trusted sparring partner to C-level in performance management, investment strategy & risk management
Conducting forecasts, monthly, quarterly & annual closings with ad hoc analyses

Skills

Microsoft Office: Expert-Level Skills
Sap Modules: Fi, Co, Bw
Erp System: Infor
Business Planning: Jedox

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Feb 1986 - Present

Cologne University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Business Administration · Cologne, Germany

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Manufacturing 15.5 y

Avg length 7 y 10 m

Longest experience 14 y 5 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 3 (Germany, Singapore, Austria)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Group Controlling (VP), Global Operations Controlling & Strategy (VP), Controlling Lighting Brands Europe (Director)

Main industries Manufacturing, Healthcare, Automotive

Main business areas Finance, Accounting, Business Intelligence

Profile

Created

September 2023

Last Update

November 2024

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Where is Stefan based?

Stefan is based in Singapore, Singapore.

What languages does Stefan speak?

Stefan speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Stefan have?

Stefan has at least 40 years of experience. During this time, Stefan has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 8 years and 11 months. Note that Stefan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Stefan be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Stefan would be well-suited for roles such as: Group Controlling (VP), Global Operations Controlling & Strategy (VP), Controlling Lighting Brands Europe (Director).

What is Stefan's latest experience?

Stefan's most recent position is Group Controlling (VP) at WSAudiology.

What companies has Stefan worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Stefan has worked for WSAudiology.

Which industries is Stefan most experienced in?

Stefan is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Stefan most experienced in?

Stefan is most experienced in business areas like Finance, Accounting, and Business Intelligence. Stefan also has some experience in Project Management, Strategy, and Human Resources.

Which industries has Stefan worked in recently?

Stefan has recently worked in industries like Healthcare.

Which business areas has Stefan worked in recently?

Stefan has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence, Finance, and Project Management.

What is Stefan's education?

Stefan attended Cologne University of Applied Sciences.

What is the availability of Stefan?

Stefan is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Stefan?

Stefan's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.