Raphael Schuster

Raphael Schuster is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in corporate finance and controlling. Currently serving as the Group Controller and Team Lead People & Performance Finance at ZEISS Group since October 2019, Raphael previously held positions at KPMG Deutschland as a Senior Associate and Associate. Early career experiences include roles at Carl Zeiss AG, where involvement included a bachelor thesis and internships focusing on corporate finance and controlling. Educational qualifications comprise a Bachelor of Arts in International Business from Aalen University and ongoing studies for an MBA at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management. Raphael's background features significant internships and research assistant roles, emphasizing a strong foundation in financial analysis, auditing, and cost optimization.