After Sales / Field Service Controller

Rieter is the world’s leading supplier of systems for manufacturing yarn from staple fibers in spinning mills. Based in Winterthur (Switzerland), the company develops and manufactures machinery, systems and components used to convert natural and man-made fibers and their blends into yarns in the most cost-efficient manner. Cutting-edge spinning technology from Rieter contributes to sustainability in the textile value chain by minimizing the use of resources. Rieter has been in business for 230 years, has 18 production locations in ten countries and employs a global workforce of around 4 790, about 16% of whom are based in Switzerland.

You have power, are versatile, service- and goal-oriented? You like to work in a team, are curious and always find innovative ways to reach your goals? Then you fit perfectly within our team and can strengthen our business as

As an After Sales / Field Service Controller, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial success of the After Sales division. You will be responsible for financial steering, analysis, and decision support, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, budgeting, and mid-term planning. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, you will provide data-driven insights that drive business performance and strategic decision-making.

This position has global responsibility and is part of the global Group Controlling organization, reporting directly to the Head of FP&A and acting a Business Partner to the respective Management.

• Financial Leadership: Own financial reporting, forecasting, and planning - ensuring accuracy, speed, and compliance with international standards.
• Operational Cost Control: Monitor service costs, field service efficiency, and spare parts profitability to maximize margins.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with divisional and field service leaders, translating financial data into clear insights that drive smart decisions.
• Performance Management: Analyze key financial metrics to enhance profitability, optimize working capital, and improve operational efficiency.
• Process Improvement & Digitalization: Drive process automation and use cutting-edge analytics tools to enhance financial operations.
• Risk & Compliance: Ensure alignment with financial regulations, tax laws, and internal controls, while supporting audits.
• Audit & Governance: Support internal and external audits, ensuring transparency and adherence to regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent) is a plus.
• 5-10 years of financial management experience, ideally in After Sales or Field Services
• Solid expertise in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), cost control, and performance monitoring.
• A strong grasp of IFRS, tax regulations, and financial compliance.
• Strong understanding of standard costing principles and variance analysis in the area of manufacturing and services.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Anaplan, BI tools) and advanced Excel skills.
• Fluent in English (mandatory).
• Additional languages are a strong asset, with German preferred but not mandatory
• Entrepreneurial Thinking: Approach challenges with creativity and ownership.
• Tech-Savvy: Embrace digital tools for automation and data-driven decision-making.
• Impact-Driven: Passion for driving performance and making a difference.
• Clear Communicator: Ability to simplify complex financial data for all stakeholders.
• Agile & Resilient: Thrive in a fast-changing, global business environment.
• Team Player: Collaborate with diverse teams across cultures and disciplines.

• an international working environment with long tradition
• versatile activity in a future-oriented environment with a lot of self-responsibility
• good development opportunities and fair employment conditions
• a motivated team with mutual respect and good cooperation