Senior Controller

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Manage the entire monthly closing process from start to finish, ensuring timely, accurate, and well-coordinated financial reporting in collaboration with Accounting and key stakeholders.

• Review and approve accruals, cut-off entries, reconciliations, and reporting packages intended for Management and FP&A.

• Serve as the primary resource for technical accounting inquiries, assisting with new business models, contracts, and intricate accounting treatments.

• Create and maintain technical accounting documentation and position papers on topics such as revenue recognition, capitalization, leases, and other complex issues.

• Oversee and coordinate with external partners, including accountants, tax advisors, and auditors, ensuring high-quality documentation and seamless collaboration.

• Enhance internal controls by identifying anomalies, addressing outstanding items, and progressively improving control effectiveness.

• Lead initiatives for process and system enhancements to minimize manual tasks, boost closing efficiency, and establish scalable, well-documented workflows.

• Leverage AI tools for analysis, variance explanations, audit preparation, and accounting research, while ensuring thorough critical review and accountability for the outputs.

• Construct a modern, scalable finance function through automation, standardization, and ongoing improvement.

⛳️ Requirements

• Several years of practical experience in Accounting, Controlling, or Financial Reporting, preferably in rapidly growing environments with increasing complexity.

• Previous experience in leading or coordinating a small accounting team is advantageous.

• Comprehensive knowledge of German HGB; exposure to IFRS is a plus.

• Demonstrated ownership of the complete monthly closing cycle, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and high-quality end-to-end reporting.

• Strong internal controls mindset, with the ability to proactively spot risks, design controls, and continuously enhance processes.

• Advanced DATEV skills and proficiency in working with accounting systems and financial data.

• Comfortable utilizing AI tools to boost productivity (such as research, documentation, anomaly detection, and reporting support) while exercising strong critical judgment on the outputs.

• Structured, documentation-first approach with a keen focus on audit readiness and transparency.

• Strong motivation for process enhancement, with a sharp eye for inefficiencies and scalable solutions.

• Proven skills in stakeholder management, with experience in collaborating with external accountants, tax advisors, and auditors.

• Growth mindset and proactive approach to staying informed about changes in accounting and tax regulations (e.g., HGB, VAT, and IFRS).

🏝️ Benefits

• 30 vacation days to relax and rejuvenate, along with 5 child sick days when your little one needs you.

• A focus-driven culture that prioritizes efficiency over long hours—no overtime expectations, and if it occurs, you will get that time back!

• An impactful environment where your contributions lead to real change—short decision-making processes and no micromanagement.

• A team culture that harmonizes ambition and balance, supported by strong connections—enjoy fully covered company retreats, team meetups, and virtual coffee breaks.

• Access to tools and support to excel in your work: MacBook, monitor, and an annual learning budget of €1,000, along with regular feedback and career development opportunities.

• A genuinely international team with English as the company language and a shared commitment to growth and well-being—supported by Sunday Supplements and Nilo Health.