Finance Controller

Are you a finance professional who excels through precision enjoys solving problems and wants to make an impact

We are looking for a Controller to take responsibility for our operational financial management in the DACH this role you will be a central point of contact for our leadership team and ensure that all finance-related processes from financial reporting to payroll preparation run smoothly accurately and reliably. If you are a qualified accountant speak fluent German and English and are ready to take the next step in your career we look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

Managing accounting for the German and Swiss branches in accordance with the companys Code of Practice

Implementing and maintaining internal control procedures relating to all finance-related matters within the German and Swiss branches

Tracking monthly results with the respective department heads

Providing information to tax advisors so that all compliance-related questions can be resolved in a timely manner

Minimizing duplication of work and achieving savings without compromising the meaningfulness of the information produced

Duties

The following list of duties is intended as general guidance for this position. Specific priorities timelines and quality standards will be determined in coordination with the Head of Finance and will depend on the professional qualifications and experience of the role holder.

Preparing the monthly profit and loss statement and balance sheet

Supporting management in reviewing results answering questions and providing further analysis where required

Determining and monitoring cash flow including reconciling movements in bank accounts and ensuring that surpluses are handled in accordance with InterSystems policies and procedures

Controlling all local purchase and nominal ledgers the payroll journal and bank reconciliations

Ensuring the correct and timely processing of monthly payroll for employees in Germany and Switzerland

Reviewing all expense claims to ensure that policies are followed correct receipts are provided and VAT and other tax requirements are met

Maintaining monthly income and expense forecasts and annual budgets

Preparing information requested by tax advisors

Calculating and preparing commission statements for sales staff

Monitoring accounts receivable and actively following up with customers on overdue receivables

Reviewing systems and procedures where appropriate and submitting improvement proposals to the Head of Finance

Preparing spreadsheets and reports and taking on ad hoc tasks that may be requested by the European Head of Finance

Qualifications

Confident written and spoken communication in German and English is required

Experience working with multi-currency systems is an advantage

A qualification as a certified accountant or similar qualification is desirable

Experience using AI-supported features in ERP or finance platforms such as Workday Microsoft Copilot or similar automation tools is an advantage

Interest in using AI and automation to increase efficiency reduce manual work steps and improve reporting accuracy

Understanding of data protection confidentiality and governance aspects when using AI-supported finance tools

Communication

The role holder communicates with a wide range of internal and external contacts and institutions including:

Daily: members of the finance department and internal InterSystems employees

Regularly: consultants and external accountants

Banks and other professional advisors

About InterSystems

InterSystems a creative data technology provider delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare finance manufacturing and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability speed and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978 InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 247 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston Massachusetts InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide. For more information please visit.

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