Headcount controlling: actuals, targets and the workforce plan
Headcount controlling connects workforce decisions with the financial plan. A useful comparison states which population is counted, which month it covers and which version it uses.
Start with a consistent count
Headcount counts people or positions. FTE expresses working capacity relative to a full-time schedule. Two people sharing one position can represent two heads, one position and one combined FTE. State the reporting basis before comparing totals.
Keep each version separate
Actuals describe recorded results. Budget and target are separate baselines. The live position plan reflects planned changes, while a forecast combines closed actual months with the remaining plan. Compare the same period and reporting perimeter.
Explain changes with supporting records
A transfer between countries changes the country totals while preserving Group headcount. A grade change may change cost without changing headcount. An unexplained difference should remain visible until a source record establishes its reason.
Use HC Controller
Upload positions, pay rules, FX rates and available versions through Excel or CSV. Compare versions by skill team, review recorded position actions and inspect the occupancy bridge. Missing source data is shown as unavailable.