Financial Controlling Team Lead

Individual Financial Statements Team Lead Location: Hamburg Join a dynamic finance team as the Team Lead for Individual Financial Statements, overseeing a skilled group responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting under German GAAP (HGB) and IFRS. This leadership role combines hands-on accounting expertise with people management, process improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration. Your Responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of 6 in General Ledger and Sub-Ledger accounting, fostering motivation, growth, and support. Ensure timely, accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Oversee general ledger, sub-ledger, account reconciliations, and complex transaction accounting. Manage task prioritization and coordination, even during peak periods. Promote an open, solution-focused team culture. Collaborate closely with Controlling, Group Accounting, Tax, and external auditors. Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and internal controls. Contribute to system implementation and accounting standardisation projects. Your Profile: Degree in Business Administration or equivalent commercial training; Certified Accountant qualification is a plus. 10+ years’ finance and accounting experience with initial management responsibilities. Strong knowledge of German GAAP (HGB) and IFRS accounting standards. Proficient SAP user, ideally with S/4HANA experience. Excellent analytical skills and confidence in financial statement preparation. Strong leadership and communication skills with an empathetic, role-model approach. Resilient, solution-oriented, and able to thrive in a dynamic environment. Passion for coaching and developing team members as a trusted sparring partner. Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Consolidation Expert Location: Hamburg Are you ready to take a pivotal role in shaping the financial backbone of a fast-growing international organisation? Our client is seeking a skilled Consolidation Expert to join their dynamic team in Hamburg. Reporting directly to the Group Accounting Manager, you will play a key part in preparing consolidated financial statements, driving process improvements, and implementing cutting-edge consolidation software. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with international subsidiaries and senior leadership, contribute to strategic financial reporting, and help shape a best-in-class accounting function. What You’ll Do: Lead the preparation and consolidation of group financial statements in compliance with IFRS, supporting subsidiaries across multiple countries. Deliver monthly management reports to the Executive Board, providing clear insights that drive decision-making. Champion the ongoing optimisation of consolidation processes, controls, and the rollout of LucaNet consolidation software. Act as a trusted point of contact for auditors, internal departments, and subsidiaries on audit and consolidation matters. Review and validate financial statements from local and international entities to ensure consistency and compliance with group standards. Stay ahead of accounting standards by supporting the adoption of new IFRS regulations. Train colleagues on consolidation software, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. What You Bring: A degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline with solid professional experience in group accounting, auditing, or consulting—leadership experience is a plus. Deep expertise in IFRS and German HGB group accounting, with hands-on experience using LucaNet and ERP systems like SAP. Analytical mindset with strong conceptual and process-driven working style, able to work independently and deliver high-quality results. Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Fluent in English and German, with excellent communication and collaboration skills. Why Join? This role offers you the chance to influence and enhance global financial reporting within a vibrant, international environment. You’ll benefit from a supportive team culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact in a company that values innovation and precision.

Group Accounting Manager Location: Frankfurt, Germany - Hybrid A role that inspires you Take the lead in shaping IFRS reporting and global accounting processes for a dynamic, international organisation. In this role, you’ll be the go-to expert for IFRS standards, influence key financial decisions, and help drive efficiency and consistency across multiple subsidiaries. Your work will directly impact strategic financial management and support the organisation’s growth ambitions. What you’ll be doing You will: Serve as the IFRS subject matter expert, ensuring compliance and consistent reporting standards across the group. Prepare IFRS consolidated financial statements and manage timely reporting to the parent company. Support international subsidiaries on complex IFRS issues, providing clear and actionable solutions. Liaise with external auditors and coordinate audit activities. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance accounting processes and implement best practices. What you bring You are an experienced accounting professional with strong IFRS expertise: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; specialisation in international accounting or auditing preferred. 5+ years of experience in a leading audit firm or multinational group accounting role. Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting processes. Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage. Analytical, proactive, and able to work independently. Proficient in MS Office; SAP consolidation experience is a plus. What’s on offer Impactful role within a global organisation. Cross-functional collaboration and exposure to international projects. Career development opportunities with leadership visibility. Flexible hybrid working model. A culture focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. About the opportunity This position is being managed exclusively by MAM Gruppe, a specialist recruitment partner connecting world-class professionals with leading organisations across Germany. All applications are handled with the strictest confidentiality.

Senior Functional Controller Location: Germany (Remote) Our client is seeking a Senior Functional Controller to shape financial strategy during a major organisational transformation. This role drives controlling across multiple business units, supporting data-driven decision-making at the highest level. Responsibilities: Lead centralised controlling for 20+ business units in a matrix structure. Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance aligned with strategic goals. Analyse variances and coordinate corrective actions with functional teams. Deliver high-quality reporting and actionable financial insights. Drive process improvements, automation, and digitalisation with data teams. Act as main contact for functional controlling, ensuring alignment with senior leadership. Your Profile: Degree in business, health economics, or related field. 5+ years’ controlling experience, ideally in healthcare or complex corporate environments. Strong skills in cost control, KPI tracking, IC accounting, and financial close processes. Analytical, strategic thinker with transformation experience. Fluent in German and English, with excellent communication skills. Proficient in SAP, Excel (Power Query/VBA), PowerPoint; Power BI or coding skills a plus. What’s Offered: Company-funded supplementary health insurance. Employee discounts and wellness programmes. Flexible hours and remote work. Impactful role in a modern, collaborative finance team.