Financial Controller
Description
As a Financial Controller, you will be a key part of our local Finance team supporting the local manufacturing of advanced drone systems in Romania. Together with our World-Class Team, you will play an empowering role in delivering systems for one of Romania's most significant defense procurement programs, with drone assembly taking place entirely in Romania under the European SAFE initiative. The Romanian production site will not only support local defense programs but will also contribute to fulfilling customer orders across Europe and support the delivery of mission-critical systems for Ukraine, reinforcing Quantum Systems' commitment to strengthening European security and defense capabilities.
As part of this strategic investment, Quantum Systems is rapidly expanding its presence in Romania and plans to hire up to 50 employees in 2026 and up to 150 employees in 2027. The Brasov site will become a key manufacturing and operational hub within our European production network, creating exciting opportunities for professionals who want to contribute to cutting-edge defense and autonomous technology programs.
You will be working closely with stakeholders from the Production, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure the efficient assembly and production of Quantum Systems' UAV platforms. Your mission will be to assemble, test, and support the production of mission-critical systems while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence.
What is your Day to Day Mission:
Manage management accounting for projects and service activities.
Prepare budgets and forecasts across projects and products.
Monitor actual costs, commitments, and budget balances.
Perform budget vs. actual analysis and explain key variances.
Allocate costs across projects and ensure their accurate accounting.
Prepare regular management reports and financial analysis for business leaders
What you bring to the team:
3+ years of experience in financial controlling, management accounting, FP&A, or a related field
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control across projects or business areas
Experience in budget vs. actual analysis and management reporting
Understanding of management accounting and cost allocation principles
Strong Excel skills; experience with ERP systems and BI tools is a plus
Why Quantum-Systems:
We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.
We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.
We push limits, think outside the box, and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.
We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.
About us:
Quantum Systems develops advanced autonomous systems for defense and security operations across multiple domains, powered by integrated software and AI.
Quantum Systems is at the forefront of AI-powered aerial, ground, naval robotics, developing a family of smart systems that go far beyond traditional drones. Built on a foundation of in-house hardware, software and AI, our systems transform data into critical insights, empowering decision-making across security, defense and public safety, as well as for the commercial, industrial and GIS sectors. Our vertically integrated system with industry leading endurance, enable seamless interoperability and software interconnectivity. On-board AI powers multi-modality sensing, autonomous navigation, anti-jamming, swarm operations and more.
Our commitment:
We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.
At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.
Skills
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Short answers (3)
- Earliest possible start date
- Desired monthly Net salary (After taxes)
- Who recommended Quantum-Systems to you? optional
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- Do you currently hold a valid work permit for Romania (e.g., EU Blue Card, EU Citizenship, residence permit with work authorization)?
- I am aware that the role is onsite and ready to attend the facility at Brasov 4-5 days per week
- Do you have any disabilities? optional
- We're dedicated to fostering diversity at Quantum-Systems. For that purpose would you be willing to share your gender identity? Your response will be kept confidential and will only be used for diversity reporting and analysis and will not impact your application optional
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