Financial Business Partner / Controller (m/f/d)

MB Energy, founded in 1947 and head­quartered in Hamburg, is an inde­pendent and integrated energy company with operations in Europe, the United States, and Singapore. The company is active in the import, storage, distri­bution, and marketing of petroleum products, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), chemicals, and biofuels. With decades of industry experience and an inno­vative approach, MB Energy plays an active role in the global energy landscape, supporting its customers in the transition to lower-emission energy sources by deve­loping and pro­viding forward-looking alter­natives.

Let's shape the future of the energy industry together!

For our company headquarters in Hamburgʼs HafenCity, we are looking for you to start as soon as possible as

Financial Business Partner / Controller (m/f/d)

While our preferred location for this role is Hamburg, we are also open to considering candidates for our London office. Please note that local employment conditions and benefit structures may vary depending on the location.

Here's what you can look forward to:

As a Financial Business Partner / Controller (m/f/d), you will act as a key interface between Marketing, Finance, and Risk Management, supporting the financial steering of our international marketing business. Working closely with various business units and regions, you will analyze performance drivers, create transparency around profitability, and contribute to informed business decision-making.
In this role, you combine commercial understanding with strong financial expertise and confidently navigate complex reporting structures, different accounting standards, and operational performance management. You will actively contribute to identifying risks at an early stage, further developing governance structures, and strengthening the long-term profitability of the business.

• Analyze performance: You analyze P&Ls across our marketing activities, evaluating margin developments, variances, and key financial performance drivers.
• Bridge accounting concepts: You bring a sound understanding of mark-to-market accounting and accrual accounting principles and you support the interpretation of commercial and financial data across both perspectives.
• Support financial close activities: You contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, supporting accruals, adjustments, and reporting activities.
• Manage risks: You identify financial and operational risks, strengthen control mechanisms, and support both internal and external audits.
• Advise stakeholders: You work closely with Marketing, Finance, and Risk teams, translating complex financial topics into clear and actionable insights for different stakeholders; you go beyond presenting information by deriving recommendations, acting as a trusted sparring partner, and supporting commercial decision-making through data-driven insights.

• Education: completed degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Professional experience: several years of experience in Financial Controlling, Product Control, or Commercial Finance – ideally within the energy, commodity, or industrial sector
• Technical expertise: good knowledge of German GAAP and mark-to-market accounting concepts, as well as a general awareness of IFRS; experience with complex reporting and consolidation structures is advantageous
• Industry knowledge: knowledge of the marketing and downstream value chain within the oil & gas industry is beneficial
• Systems skills:advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems such as SAP; PowerPoint skills and knowledge of Power BI or other reporting / visualization tools are a plus
• Languages:excellent written and spoken English skills; German is advantageous

With these characteristics, you fit perfectly with us:

• Analytical mindset: You quickly identify connections, work in a structured manner, and derive well-founded recommendations for action.
• Strong communication skills: You can explain complex financial topics in a clear and understandable way and confidently collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ownership mentality: You take responsibility, challenge existing processes, and proactively contribute your own ideas.
• Dynamic and pragmatic approach: You thrive in an international and fast-paced environment and maintain a clear overview even in complex situations.

Even if you do not fulfill all of the above require­ments, we encourage you to apply if you believe your expe­rience will add value to our team.

• Work-life balance: 38.75 working hours per week with 30 days of annual leave
• Ability to work freely: flexible wor­king hours and individual remote work arrangement
• Remuneration and additional benefits: profit sharing, 13 salaries, holi­day pay, travel allowance, etc.
• Support in various life situations: through our partner pme Familienservice, we offer support in life crises as well as pro­fessional advice on work-related and personal matters, such as child­care, elder care, and more
• Security and provisions: accident insurance also covering private accidents; excel­lent employer's contribution to your company pension scheme; lifetime account with opportuni­ties to save for sabbaticals or early retirement
• Health: subsidized membership in EGYM Well­pass, providing access to a wide range of sports facili­ties across Germany as well as online courses in fit­ness, nutri­tion, and meditation; free access to the Headspace app; bicycle leasing
• Learning and development: support for your indivi­dual develop­ment path with internal and external training opportuni­ties
• Networking: networks within the company to estab­lish cross-team and inter­national connections; company events
• Open corporate culture: a family-owned company with drive, a culture of lived tole­rance, speak-up mentality, and strong team spirit on the path to a green future
• Modern collaborative office: with a subsidized employee restaurant, open-plan office concept, and views of the Elbe River and the harbor