Robert Schrank - Business Consultant

Q: Where is Robert based?

Robert is based in Munich, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Robert speak?

Robert speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Robert have?

Robert has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Robert has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 10 months . Note that Robert may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Robert's latest experience?

Robert's most recent position is Business Consultant at Beratung Robert Schrank .

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

In recent years, Robert has worked for Beratung Robert Schrank , Max-Planck-Gesellschaft , and Medela Medizintechnik .

Q: Which industries is Robert most experienced in?

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

Q: Which business areas is Robert most experienced in?

Robert is most experienced in business areas like Accounting , Finance , and Human Resources . Robert also has some experience in Business Intelligence , Information Technology , and Procurement .

Q: Which industries has Robert worked in recently?

Robert has recently worked in industries like Healthcare , Education , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Robert worked in recently?

Robert has recently worked in business areas like Accounting , Finance , and Human Resources .

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Munich, Germany

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Experience

Apr 2024 - Present

2 years 3 months

Munich, Germany

Business Consultant

Beratung Robert Schrank

Operations organization & process management
Finance, accounting & controlling
Team building, team leadership & staff development

Jul 2021 - Mar 2024

2 years 9 months

Munich, Germany

Head of Department “Accounting, Bookkeeping, Year-End Closing”

Max-Planck-Gesellschaft

Annual financial statements of the MPG e.V. (HGB)
Grant accounting and proof of use
Preparation of templates and presentation of the financial statements for committee meetings (Senate, Supervisory Board, Audit Committee, General Meeting)
Ongoing development of external accounting and documentation of accounting policies
Monitoring and adjustment of cross-departmental accounting processes (SAP R3)
Contact person for auditors and the audit committee

Jan 2003 - Jun 2021

18 years 6 months

Eching, Germany

Head of Finance & Controlling – Germany & Austria; Member of Management Board

Medela Medizintechnik

Accounting & Controlling (01/2003 – 06/2021): Monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (HGB, UGB & SWISS GAAP FER)
Accounting & Controlling: Budget & Forecast (sales and costs)
Accounting & Controlling: KPI management
Accounting & Controlling: Development and maintenance of Business Warehouse (QlikView)
Accounting & Controlling: Fleet management (50 vehicles)
Head of IT Department (01/2003 – 12/2019): Maintenance, support, documentation and optimization of existing infrastructure and processes (client & network)
Head of IT Department: Continuous needs analysis and strategic development of systems
Head of HR Department (01/2003 – 12/2015): Responsible for all HR processes including administration
Head of HR Department: Recruitment and termination
Head of HR Department: Payroll
Head of HR Department: Manuals and documentation
2016: Integration of HR into executive management level
2020: Integration of local IT into the global IT of the group

Apr 2001 - Nov 2002

1 year 8 months

Munich, Germany

Controller

DataDesign AG

Budget & Forecast (sales and costs)
Preparation of quarterly reports and the annual report (US GAAP)
Preparation of monthly supervisory board report
Organization of all corporate and stock exchange law topics
Organization of the back office for the annual general meeting
Insurance management

Jan 1997 - Mar 2001

4 years 3 months

Munich, Germany

Head of Finance and Accounting

Ernst Reinhardt Verlag

Finance and accounting with monthly and annual closing (HGB)
Controlling
Annual fee statements
Procurement of services (insurance, IT services, leasing & rent)
Support of management in all commercial matters

Industry Experience

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

Healthcare

Media and Entertainment

Education

Professional Services

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Intelligence, Information Technology, and Procurement.

Accounting

Finance

Human Resources

Business Intelligence

Information Technology

Procurement

Skills

Financial Controlling (Budget, Forecast & Kpi Management & Analysis)
Financial Statement Expertise (Hgb, Ugb, Swiss Gaap Fer)
Erp / Crm Implementation & Maintenance
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Office And Project Management
Ms Office 365
Sap R3 – Fi/Co
Sap Bw
Gus Os Erp & Fibu
Qlikview
Crystal Reports
Sap Crystal Report

Languages

German

Native

English

Intermediate

Education

Oct 1990 - Dec 1996

University of Augsburg

Diploma in Business Administration · Augsburg, Germany

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Healthcare 18.5 y

Avg length 5 y 10 m

Longest experience 18 y 5 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Business Consultant, Head of Department “Accounting, Bookkeeping, Year-End Closing”, Head of Finance & Controlling – Germany & Austria; Member of Management Board

Main industries Healthcare, Media and Entertainment, Education

Main business areas Accounting, Finance, Human Resources

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

November 2024

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Robert based?

Robert is based in Munich, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Robert speak?

Robert speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Robert have?

Robert has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Robert has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 10 months. Note that Robert may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Robert be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Robert would be well-suited for roles such as: Business Consultant, Head of Department “Accounting, Bookkeeping, Year-End Closing”, Head of Finance & Controlling – Germany & Austria; Member of Management Board.

What is Robert's latest experience?

Robert's most recent position is Business Consultant at Beratung Robert Schrank.

What companies has Robert worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Robert has worked for Beratung Robert Schrank, Max-Planck-Gesellschaft, and Medela Medizintechnik.

Which industries is Robert most experienced in?

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

Which business areas is Robert most experienced in?

Robert is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources. Robert also has some experience in Business Intelligence, Information Technology, and Procurement.

Which industries has Robert worked in recently?

Robert has recently worked in industries like Healthcare, Education, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Robert worked in recently?

Robert has recently worked in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources.

What is Robert's education?

Robert holds a Master from University of Augsburg.

What is the availability of Robert?

Robert is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Robert?

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