Dirk K. - Interim HR Business Partner/Payroll Manager/Finance Manager

Q: Where is Dirk based?

Dirk is based in Oberursel, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Dirk speak?

Dirk speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Dirk have?

Dirk has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Dirk has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 12 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months . Note that Dirk may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Dirk's latest experience?

Dirk's most recent position is Interim HR Business Partner/Payroll Manager/Finance Manager at Agricultural Association .

Q: What companies has Dirk worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Dirk has worked for Agricultural Association , inproject GmbH , Software Development Company , Online Learning Platform Company , and Digital Printing Company .

Q: Which industries is Dirk most experienced in?

Dirk is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Transportation , and Media and Entertainment . Dirk also has some experience in Information Technology , Manufacturing , and Education .

Q: Which business areas is Dirk most experienced in?

Dirk is most experienced in business areas like Accounting , Finance , and Human Resources . Dirk also has some experience in Customer Service , Logistics , and Production .

Q: Which industries has Dirk worked in recently?

Dirk has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Transportation , and Media and Entertainment .

Q: Which business areas has Dirk worked in recently?

Dirk has recently worked in business areas like Customer Service , Logistics , and Production .

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Oberursel, Germany

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Experience

Sep 2024 - May 2025

9 months

Germany

Interim HR Business Partner/Payroll Manager/Finance Manager

Agricultural Association

timely payroll processing including all ancillary tasks
time tracking and personnel administration
point of contact for management, executives, works council, and employees as well as external clients, e.g., tax office, health insurance companies, etc.
personnel controlling including account reconciliation
operational and strategic HR work
support management in budget planning
monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements according to HGB
financial, accounts receivable and payable accounting
tax pre-registrations
liquidity and budget planning, forecasts
statistics, analyses, and reporting
employee support and advising management and executives on all labor, social, constitutional, and disciplinary issues
optimization of cost center and cost unit accounting

Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

2 months

Interim HR Business Partner/Payroll Manager/Finance Manager

inproject GmbH

Nov 2023 - Jun 2024

8 months

Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Accounting & Controlling

Software Development Company

preparing payrolls using DATEV Lodas
financial accounting including accounts receivable and payable
preparing monthly financial statements and monthly reports
point of contact for tax advisors, health insurance companies, authorities
maintaining personnel files
financial and liquidity planning

Jun 2021 - Apr 2024

2 years 11 months

Berlin, Germany

Financial Administrator

Online Learning Platform Company

financial accounting including accounts receivable and payable
preparing payroll for the tax advisor
answering questions about employee salaries for the HR department at the corporate headquarters in Amsterdam
monthly and annual financial statements according to HGB
reporting and analyses
financial and liquidity planning
point of contact for tax advisors

Jan 2015 - Dec 2023

9 years

Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Owner

Digital Printing Company

digital printing
seminar room rental
parcel and express logistics
office services

Nov 2012 - Dec 2014

2 years 2 months

Germany

Commercial Manager & Authorized Signatory

Menswear Company

Managing finance and HR
Managing daily operations
Preparing monthly and annual financial statements according to HGB and monthly reporting
Financial and liquidity planning
Point of contact for management at the corporate headquarters in Berlin
Reorganization of IT for finance using Microsoft Navision

Nov 2011 - May 2012

7 months

Eschborn, Germany

Controller

IT project placement company

Preparing payroll for the tax advisor
Maintaining personnel files
Monitoring accounting
Preparing monthly reports
Cash management
Creating budgets
Fleet management
Switching accounting software from Simba to DATEV

Jun 2009 - Oct 2011

2 years 5 months

Zürich, Switzerland

Senior Financial Controller

IT project placement company

Leading the finance and back-office team
Preparing monthly and annual financial statements according to CH GAAP and US GAAP
Monthly reporting
Preparing budgets and forecasts
Company formation and setting up the back office of a subsidiary in Austria
Contract management and compliance

Nov 2008 - May 2009

7 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Controller

Real Estate Investment Company

Controlling and analysis of rental properties
Implementing a database to consolidate individual rental properties
Preparing payroll for the tax advisor

Jul 2004 - Oct 2008

4 years 4 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Financial Controller

IT project placement company

Leading the finance team
Preparing monthly and annual financial statements according to HGB and US GAAP
Monthly reporting
Preparing payroll for the tax advisor
Company formation and establishing back offices for subsidiaries in Poland and the Czech Republic
Point of contact for tax advisors and auditors
Variance analyses
Training office management apprentices

Oct 2003 - Mar 2004

6 months

Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Accountant and Controller

Limousine Service Company

Financial accounting including accounts receivable and accounts payable
Preparing monthly financial statements according to HGB
Preparing payroll for the tax advisor
Liquidity and financial planning
Fleet management including claims handling

Dec 2001 - Sep 2003

1 year 10 months

Germany

Head of Financial Accounting

Furniture Retail Company

Leading finance and accounting
Financial planning and controlling
Contact for tax advisors
Implementing online banking
Administration of network, hardware, and software
Acting as deputy for the Commercial Manager

Jul 1997 - Oct 2001

4 years 4 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Commercial Manager

Metal Processing Company

Organizing and structuring administrative processes
Creating internal forms and statements
Evaluating time tracking
Preparing payroll
Reporting to health insurance funds and tax office
Maintaining personnel files
Fleet management
Creating and designing catalogs and brochures
Setting up and structuring a branch in Rot am See
Optimizing workflows

Sep 1989 - Jun 1997

7 years 10 months

Germany

Commercial Assistant

Interior Decorating Company

Order processing
Financial accounting including accounts receivable and accounts payable
Preparing payroll
Maintaining personnel files
Acting as contact for tax advisors, banks, and tax authorities

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services, Transportation, Media and Entertainment, Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Education.

Professional Services

Transportation

Media and Entertainment

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Education

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Customer Service, Logistics, and Production.

Accounting

Finance

Human Resources

Customer Service

Logistics

Production

Summary

As an experienced leader, I have comprehensive and versatile expertise that allows me to quickly find the right solution even in difficult situations. Thanks to my quick grasp, I quickly and successfully familiarize myself with new tasks, software, and workflows. Persistence and assertiveness characterize me.

Both my entrepreneurial mindset and approach, as well as my friendly and helpful nature, make me a valuable source of ideas for any team.

Skills

Trainings

Various Accounting And Tax Trainings

It Applications

Payroll Accounting Datev Lodas
Lexware
Ms Office Word, Excel, Outlook
Financial Accounting Datev
Navision
Lexware
Sage/Khk
Simba

Special Skills

Social Security And Payroll Tax Law
Labor Law
Staff Management

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Aug 1987 - Jun 1989

Vocational training as Office Administrator, Chamber of Industry and Commerce certificate · Office Administrator

Advanced training, Chamber of Industry and Commerce certificate · Certified Business Specialist

Certifications & licenses

Certified Payroll Accountant (IHK)

Certified Business Specialist, Chamber of Industry and Commerce

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 14

Experience in Professional Services 17.5 y

Avg length 2 y 8 m

Longest experience 8 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Germany, Switzerland)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Interim HR Business Partner/Payroll Manager/Finance Manager, Accounting & Controlling, Financial Administrator

Main industries Professional Services, Transportation, Media and Entertainment

Main business areas Accounting, Finance, Human Resources

Qualifications

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

June 2025

Last Update

June 2026

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Where is Dirk based?

Dirk is based in Oberursel, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Dirk speak?

Dirk speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Dirk have?

Dirk has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Dirk has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 12 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Dirk may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Dirk be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Dirk would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim HR Business Partner/Payroll Manager/Finance Manager, Accounting & Controlling, Financial Administrator.

What is Dirk's latest experience?

Dirk's most recent position is Interim HR Business Partner/Payroll Manager/Finance Manager at Agricultural Association.

What companies has Dirk worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Dirk has worked for Agricultural Association, inproject GmbH, Software Development Company, Online Learning Platform Company, and Digital Printing Company.

Which industries is Dirk most experienced in?

Dirk is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Transportation, and Media and Entertainment. Dirk also has some experience in Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Education.

Which business areas is Dirk most experienced in?

Dirk is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources. Dirk also has some experience in Customer Service, Logistics, and Production.

Which industries has Dirk worked in recently?

Dirk has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Transportation, and Media and Entertainment.

Which business areas has Dirk worked in recently?

Dirk has recently worked in business areas like Customer Service, Logistics, and Production.

What is Dirk's education?

Dirk attended education in Office Administrator.

Does Dirk have any certificates?

Dirk has 2 certificates. These include: Certified Payroll Accountant (IHK), Certified Business Specialist and Chamber of Industry and Commerce.

What is the availability of Dirk?

Dirk is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Dirk?

Dirk's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.