Location: Münster or Hamburg, Germany
Work Model: Hybrid (Flexible home office days upon agreement)
Travel: Minimal (e.g., occasional sales meetings in Hamburg)
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Controller to act as a strategic business partner to the General Manager, ensuring efficient financial planning, analysis, and decision-making support. This role offers high flexibility, a strong employee-friendly culture, and a direct impact on business growth and strategy.
Responsibilities
1) Financial Planning & Analysis
* Develop and maintain controlling tools and financial processes.
* Conduct regular reporting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
* Provide strategic financial insights to support business decisions.
2) Business Partnering
* Act as a trusted advisor to the General Manager.
* Collaborate closely with Sales and Marketing teams.
* Support data-driven decision-making.
3) Process Improvement
* Improve financial processes for better efficiency and accuracy.
* Implement innovative controlling solutions for business growth.
4) Reporting & Compliance
* Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
* Maintain compliance with internal and external regulations.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Professional Experience
Minimum 4 years in controlling, ideally in a senior or leadership role.
Technical Skills
SQL & Power BI: Must-have for data analysis & reporting.
Financial Analysis & Forecasting: Strong analytical skills with a structured working style.
Languages
German: Fluent (Minimum C1 level mandatory).
English: Preferred but not mandatory.
Education
University degree preferred, but not required if the candidate has significant relevant experience.
Stable career history – No frequent job changes.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience in the IT & Communication Technology industry.
Familiarity with medium-sized enterprises (Mittelstand).
Understanding of financial analysis in Sales & Marketing.
Personality Traits
Strong analytical mindset and affinity for numbers.
Excellent communicator and team player.
Independent and solution-oriented approach.
High degree of ownership and reliability.
Ability to advise and influence management strategically.
Team & Collaboration
* Reports directly to the General Manager (GM).
* Works closely with one other controlling colleague.
* Cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and other departments.
Salary & Benefits
Base Salary: €60,000+ (final offer based on experience & qualifications).
Bonus: Possible, depending on negotiation & experience.
Flexible hybrid work model.
Employee-friendly culture & work-life balance.
28-30 vacation days per year.
Hiring Process
Step 1: Application submission via Juucy platform
Step 2: Initial interview – Cultural fit assessment
Step 3: Technical interview – In-depth financial expertise discussion
Step 4: Final interview – Meet GM & team
Step 5: Offer & onboarding
Key Objectives & KPIs
Maintain and improve controlling tools & processes.
Provide accurate financial reporting & forecasts.
Support business strategy with financial insights.
Relieve General Manager from financial & controlling tasks.
Red Flags (No-Go Criteria)
Frequent job changes.
Lack of senior controlling or leadership experience.
Weak SQL & Power BI skills.
Contract Details
* Type: Permanent (Open-ended)
* Hours: Full-time, flexible scheduling
* Probation: 6 months