Senior Finance Manager (m/w/d) Group Controlling / FP&A

In this role, you will be responsible for building and enhancing group-level controlling and FP&A structures that enable effective business steering:

• Develop and scale a standardized group-wide reporting and controlling framework across multiple subsidiaries
• Define, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to support strategic decision-making
• Analyze business performance across entities and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership
• Build and improve budgeting, forecasting, and rolling forecast processes at group level
• Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. plan) and develop scenario and sensitivity models
• Drive standardization of reporting logic, processes, and data structures across the organization
• Collaborate closely with local finance teams, Group Accounting, and senior management to ensure alignment

Requirements

The ideal candidate combines strong financial expertise with analytical depth and experience in complex, fast-moving environments:

• Several years of experience in Group Controlling, FP&A, or Finance Transformation roles
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into business insights
• Proven experience in KPI frameworks, reporting systems, and performance management
• Solid background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Experience working in multi-entity or multi-country structures is highly desirable
• Exposure to PE/VC-backed or high-growth environments is a strong advantage
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders effectively
• Strong business acumen, structured thinking, and a proactive, hands-on approach

Benefits

• 30 days of annual vacation
• Hybrid working model with flexible home office arrangements
• Opportunity to shape finance processes in a rapidly growing, PE-backed organization
• High level of ownership and direct impact on group-wide financial strategy
• Regular team events and collaborative working culture
• Transparent communication through regular stand-ups and all-hands meetings
• Occasional travel for workshops and on-site collaboration within Germany