Overview
Business Controller / Finance Manager – Frankfurt, Germany
Location: Frankfurt
Salary: 75,000 – 85,000
Languages: German and English
Join a global leader in innovative food packaging and onboard service solutions for a large hospitality business. We are looking for a Business Controller / Finance Manager to lead finance activities for a German entity within an international organisation.
This role reports to the Global CFO and works closely with the local management team, playing a key role in both financial operations and business decision-making.
You will take full ownership of finance, combining hands-on accounting with business partnering. Acting as a key advisor to the business, you will translate financial data into insights, support performance improvements, and help drive sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage monthly and year-end closing, ensuring accurate and timely reporting (SAP)
- Prepare and present financial results to local and group stakeholders
- Act as a business partner to operational teams, identifying improvements and cost efficiencies
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking
- Maintain and improve finance processes, controls, and reporting standards
- Oversee audits and act as the main contact for external auditors
- Ensure compliance with German GAAP, IFRS, VAT, and tax regulations
- Collaborate with shared service centres and group finance teams
- Lead and develop the local finance team
Requirements
- Strong experience in accounting and controlling
- Solid understanding of the full accounting cycle and financial reporting
- Knowledge of German GAAP and IFRS
- Experience working in an international or group environment is a plus
- Strong analytical skills with a hands-on approach
- Confident working independently and managing priorities
- Previous leadership or team management experience
- Fluent in German and English
Job Tenure: Permanent
