Philipp Schulte Beckhausen

I am an internationally experienced Senior Finance & Global Controller with more than 10 years of expertise in corporate controlling, investment controlling, HR cost management, forecasting, post‑investment analysis, and global reporting within complex multinational structures.

Currently, I work at the Global Head Office of DHL AG, where I am responsible for cost and HR controlling, corporate investments, and the financial steering of strategic, cross‑border projects.

My professional background spans global controlling, strategic finance initiatives (including M&A preparation), and performance optimization in industrial and automotive environments such as GKN Automotive. I have successfully built reporting structures, improved cash and working‑capital processes, and led cross‑functional initiatives across Finance, HR, and IT.

I work analytically, precisely, collaboratively, and at high speed—attributes that make me successful both in international finance organizations and in dynamic, digitally driven environments.

Core Strengths & Competencies

• Global Controlling & Accounting
• Investment & Post‑Investment Controlling
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance Management
• Cross‑Border Finance (incl. Country Controller CZ, Connect Network)
• Process Optimization, Reporting & KPI Steering
• IT & HR Harmonization Projects
• Strong analytical and strategic mindset
• Extensive experience in multicultural, international teams

Experienced finance and controlling professional with over ten years of international corporate experience. Skilled in cost, HR, project and investment controlling, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly/year-end reporting. Strong background in cross-functional collaboration, process optimization, corporate performance management, and global stakeholder communication, including roles as Global Finance Partner and Country Controller.

Master of Arts in Business Administration with focus on Strategic Management, Finance and Controlling (RFH Cologne). Additionally, Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a completed apprenticeship as Wholesale and Foreign Trade Merchant. Further qualified through the CA Controller Academy (IGC Quality Label).