Finance Manager/business Controller in Frankfurt

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

Voceer presents this job opportunity for COREcruitment, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by COREcruitment, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.