CHUC OBERLINGER

- Full responsibility for planning, rolling forecasts and monthly closing activities. - Conduct actual vs. budget, forecast, and year-over-year variance analyses, including KPI performance evaluations. - Deliver actionable recommendations based on financial and operational analysis. - Perform profitability analyses for a subsidiary to support strategic business decision-making. - Collaborate closely with cross-functional departments.

- Online training in Power BI and CMA preparation. - Further education in controlling via self-directed German-language study. - Successfully completed German language courses and obtained German citizenship.

- Independently managed management reporting, planning, forecasting activities. - Executed monthly/annual closings, and deviation analysis. - Identified growth opportunities, and forecasted future trends to serve as a basis for data-driven long-term strategic planning. - Developed and implemented standardized reports. - Assisted Accounting in automating financial statement processes using advanced Excel functions, resulting in improved efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.

- Led investment projects and business cases, including the opening of two Cash & Carry stores. - Conducted investment recalculations as well as profitability analyses. - Supported the preparation of budgeting, forecasting, and financial closings. - Partnered with cross-functional teams and delivered business analyses to support operational and strategic decision-making. - Provided opportunity and risk analyses, management presentations and ad‑hoc financial analyses for decision-making support.

- Prepared monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with local accounting standards; conducted budgeting and rolling forecasts. - Performed financial overviews, including investment. - Presented actual vs. budget and prior year variances, including cash flow analyses. - Served as the primary contact for local tax authorities and external auditors. - Implemented process improvements and ensured data quality.

- Managed general ledger postings, payroll processing, and payment transactions. - Generated sales and margin reports, including bonus calculations for the sales team. - Ensured accurate and timely delivery of all reports. - Communicated with collection initiatives to close out overdue receivables.

- Audited sales and accounts receivable, as well as purchases and accounts payable to ensure accuracy and compliance. - Maintained compliance records and identified process improvement opportunities.