Financial Controller
Core
Lead the German finance function for a global law firm, driving financial performance, reporting, and team leadership to support the COO and regional partners.
Role type
Senior Finance Controller / Finance Manager
Builds
Financial reports, forecasts, cash flow models, and optimized finance processes for the German office and EMEAPAC region.
Domain
Professional Services / Legal / Finance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Financial management, team leadership, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, tax compliance, process optimization, stakeholder management, regulatory compliance, financial analysis, system implementation
Preferred skills
Experience in international law firms or professional services, knowledge of AI and automation in finance, cross-regional collaboration
Technologies
Financial systems, AI applications, automation tools
Responsibilities
Oversee all German finance processes including accounting, payroll, and reporting; analyze financial performance and provide strategic recommendations to the COO; lead and develop the German finance team; manage annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow; coordinate financial reporting, audits, and tax filings; implement and optimize financial systems and controls.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities