Finance Managers in Germany
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Sven L.
Last position:
Project Controller at Iqony
- Acting as project controller for the STEAM sub-project within Iqony's long-term modernisation programme for an industrial water demineralisation plant at the BP refinery site in Gelsenkirchen-Scholven alongside the parallel WATER sub-project
- Managing cost control, SAP PS data integrity and project tracking in a challenging data environment
Alexander F.
Last position:
Freelance Business Consultant and Interim Manager at A. Folch von Sydow INTERIM MANAGEMENT
Advising various companies in the areas of controlling, finance and planning, transformation, business partnering, management reporting and AI-driven forecasting systems
Dariusz K.
Last position:
Interim Support Fixed Asset and Investment Accounting at HAKO GmbH
Part-time assignment since 01.09.2026.
- Operational support for fixed asset and investment accounting
- Support with the accounting treatment of assets under construction
- Processing of related accounting transactions in SAP R/3
System: SAP R/3
Serkant T.
Last position:
Interim Manager, License Controlling at Tonies GmbH
- Prepared and reviewed quarterly royalty settlements for licensors across music, publishing and media brands, including minimum guarantees, recoupment, returns reconciliation and process optimisation.
- Reconstructed historical licensing data for an external audit by a major US studio, covering music publishing and recorded music across ROW and AUS, and coordinated the resulting statements with the licensor.
- Supported the reconciliation of music royalties with the German collecting society and its international hub for 2018 to 2024.
- Assessed licensing data for accruals and provisions, and structured metadata for contract negotiations.
- Designed target processes and SOPs for a royalty automation tool and accompanied testing during rollout.
Mubashar A.
Last position:
External Consultant Group Finance at Verve Group Europe GmbH
Reporting to the Head of Group Accounting / VP Finance.
- Preparing and monitoring weekly cash flow forecasts for four entities
- Handling VAT matters with the tax authorities
- Submitting monthly VAT returns
- Leading the team during the annual audit conducted by Deloitte
- Preparing and analysing monthly financial statements (under HGB and IFRS) for four entities
- Compiling annual financial statements—including management reports and notes—for the auditors
- Conducting segment analyses and associated reporting
Markus H.
Last position:
Interim Manager Finance at Int. Konzern
Dennis D.
Last position:
Interim Senior Manager Accounting at Reliance Trust Luxembourg S.A.
- Operational leadership (Fast Close): Structuring and managing the entire close process for complex German and international client portfolios (Real Estate, Private Equity, HNWI).
- Audit readiness & governance: Ensuring compliance in the timely preparation of annual financial statements and tax returns under IFRS, HGB, and LuxGAAP.Efficient
- Audit support: Successful interface management and coordination with auditors (Big Four), which demonstrably shortened the audit duration.
- Special situations & complexity: Professional leadership of cross-functional teams in clearing and working through historically grown accounting backlogs.
Mischa G.
Last position:
Non-Financial Risk Officer at Nationale-Nederlanden
- Temporary cover for an absent non-financial risk officer.
- Operational scope: incident intake and follow-up, internal control testing, and first-line reporting for the Belgian entity.
Nikolai G.
Last position:
Clinical Data Manager at Dr. Falk Pharma
- Used OpenCode and AI-assisted software engineering to design, implement, refactor, test, and document an end-to-end RAW/SDTM/ADaM pipeline in R for Dr. Falk Pharma (07/2026), including metadata-driven transformations, automated validation rules and QC, traceability, and reproducible clinical outputs.
René S.
Last position:
Self-employed Interim Manager and Project Consultant at Energy utility company
- Analysis of the existing water price calculation for formal errors and gaps in the factual arguments with regard to the legal and regulatory framework (including AVBWasserV, KAG RP, statutes, NEV pursuant to BGH) and best practices in the water industry
- Operational assurance of controlling for the water division
- Regulatory optimization of the existing pricing strategy
- Factual assessment of existing legal proceedings in the water sector
- Professional support for all stakeholders in the water division
- Implementation and roll-out of a new water price calculation tool
- Knowledge transfer to the controlling department and professional training of new employees
- Bridging a vacancy by carrying out the water price calculation
- Review of the pricing strategy from a regulatory perspective
- Establishment of a PMO and assumption of PMO tasks
- Professional advice on preparing the annual financial statements
- Professional sparring for the Executive Board, Legal and Finance/Controlling in the water sector
- Optimization, adjustment and redesign of business processes in the Finance/Controlling environment
- Regulatory adjustments to the existing controlling system
- Advising the Executive Board of the holding company and working with subsidiaries
- Support with impairments together with the auditor
- Opportunity and risk analyses for existing legal proceedings and negotiations
- Drafting of price adjustment clauses and participation in arbitration proceedings
- Reorganization of investment structures
- Reporting to the Head of Legal, Head of Corporate Development, as well as CEO and CSO
Mario K.
Last position:
Interim Manager, Consultant and Employee
- ERP and process consulting/implementation (Navision / Business Central)
- (Ongoing) accounting, controlling, turnaround and consolidation
- Support with the preparation of all types of financial statements
- Process optimization for a furniture store chain during the implementation of Navision
- Investments and acquisitions including due diligence and subsequent ERP integrations (centralization or decentralization)
Alexandra H.
Last position:
Marketing Manager - Europe at Bitwise formerly ETC Group
- Built and drove the European marketing function during the company's market expansion, establishing processes that improved campaign efficiency and cross-market alignment.
- Supported the go-to-market strategy for 14 crypto ETP/ETF products across multiple European markets, contributing to successful listings and early investor awareness
- Developed and executed marketing strategies across key European markets, including DACH, the UK, France, Italy, Spain and the Nordics, driving growth in brand visibility, investor engagement and investor acquisition.
- Led PR activities: coordinated with a European PR agency, managed press releases, and expanded media exposure, increasing share of voice and securing coverage in top tier outlets.
- Delivered integrated digital marketing campaigns that increased website traffic, boosted content engagement, and drove a consistent uplift in qualified inbound leads.
- Drove audience growth and user acquisition across LinkedIn and owned channels, significantly increasing newsletter subscriptions and strengthening recurring engagement with educational content.
- Managed the European marketing budget and identified cost-efficient advertising and influencer opportunities, improving overall campaign ROI.
- Organised and executed the company's participation at major European blockchain and finance events, enhancing visibility and strengthening institutional relationships.
- Created annual digital and content plans; coordinated research based educational materials that improved investor understanding and supported conversion.
- Strengthened brand presence and credibility in key markets through consistent messaging, education, and multi-channel execution.
Pavel S.
Last position:
Interim Finance/Controlling Manager at Freelancer
- Accounting, controlling and reporting, taxes, risk management, treasury, credit management, legal matters, internal control/SOX, HR, IT, cooperation with auditors, tax advisors and public authorities
- Logistics, production and HACCP, occupational safety and veterinary and hygiene regulations (food production)
- Due Diligence, M&A, company demergers, crisis management, project management
Selected interim projects:
- Twistcafe (Fastfood restaurants) – Interim CFO (worldwide): Resolution of problems with accounting and tax documents for the annual financial statements of the German and Austrian subsidiaries; standardization of accounting for intercompany transfers of raw materials and cash (CZ, SK, DE, AT, PL); automation of recharging discount campaigns and cashless payments; improvements to cost center accounting (200+ CCs)
- VIB Vermögen AG (Branicks Group, Real Estate) – Interim Head of Accounting (DE): HGB annual financial statements for 19 companies without complications; IFRS consolidated financial statements without complications; automation of consolidation measures (debt consolidation, expense and income consolidation); automation of reporting
- NTT (Telecommunications) – Interim Senior Controller (DE): Simplification, standardization and automation of month-end closing activities (accruals for customer and supplier rebates, order backlogs, accrued revenues, monthly GP adjustments), including SOX compliance documentation; balance sheet reconciliation; improvement of loyalty reporting
- Lilium (Aerospace) – Interim Senior Accountant (DE): Tax line corrections; asset migration from Datev to Infor LN for two companies, including improvement of data quality; automation of the processing of interim asset investments and asset additions; successful SOX closing audit for fixed assets leading to the US stock market listing
- Brose (Automotive) – Interim Head of Controlling (CZ): Successful Forecast III; simplification and automation of calculations and reporting (hourly rates, temporary workers, monthly reports, scrap and external rework, direct personnel costs); platform change for the monthly management board meeting
- LUST Hybrid-Technik (Pankl-SHW Industries, Manufacturing) – Interim Finance Controller (DE): Monthly and annual financial statements (including inventory valuation, cost and performance accounting), budget-to-actual comparisons, variance analyses, ad hoc evaluations, forecast preparation, automation
- Gebr. Bode (Schaltbau Group, Manufacturing) – Interim Head of Accounting (DE): Annual financial statements without complications; simplification and automation of liquidity planning; automation of the open items report, standardization of intercompany reconciliations; introduction and automation of the fixed assets report
- Hyva Georg Hydraulik (Manufacturing) – Interim Senior Accountant/Finance Manager (DE): Simplification and automation of VAT returns, Intrastat and other statistical reports; automation of the fixed assets report; introduction and automation of CC report/forecast and temporary worker accruals; master data correction
- Beiersdorf (FMCG) – Interim Finance Manager (DE/SK): Transfer from the local finance department in Slovakia to the SSC Hamburg
- Trèves (Automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance & Controlling (CZ): Identification of weaknesses; implementation of controlling processes for the purchasing process (PR/PO/GR), payroll, energy costs, ICO accounting, CC reporting
- Hella Slovakia Signal-Lighting (Automotive) – Interim Head of Controlling (SK): 10% reduction of receivables open items; automation of reporting (Capex, Cost Center, Maintenance Costs); standardization and automation of inventory and receivables impairment
- Tunap Cosmetics (FMCG) – Interim Finance Manager (DE): Reduction of DSO by 21 days in four months; balance sheet cleanup (fixed assets, provisions, prepaid expenses); reduction of unprocessed invoices in the workflow by 1.2 million EUR during the annual closing; automation of impairments, controls and reporting
- Hanon Systems Autopal (Automotive) – Interim Finance Controller (CZ): Identification of weaknesses; automation of CC report and orders; automation of inventory and receivables impairment
- Drägerwerk (Manufacturing) – Interim Finance Controller (CZ): FI/CO management, process audit, investment incentives, accounting accuracy, SAP settings (FI/CO, MM)
- Maxim Chicken (FMCG) – Interim Head of Finance and Controlling (CZ): Introduction of new products for gastronomy with increased sales; introduction of cash flow forecasting; reduction of variable and fixed costs (raw materials, real estate leasing); successful veterinary inspection
- Trelleborg Automotive Czech Republic (Automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance (CZ); Carbody Czech Republic (Automotive) – Interim Plant Controller/Head of Finance (CZ): Accounting correction; company demerger with SAP split; introduction of cash flow forecasting; factoring
- Kantar Media (WPP Group, Media) – Interim Finance Manager (CZ): Automation of the US GAAP report; reduction of fixed costs (supplier contracts, personnel costs); implementation of standard processes; successful SOX audit; relocation of production
Ilka S.
Last position:
Interim Accounting Manager at Eppendorf Group SE & Co. KG
- General ledger accounting
- VAT
- ZM reports
- Z4 reports
- Z5a reports
- Intercompany reconciliations
Sven C.
Last position:
Interim Finance Manager at Darling Ingredients Germany Holding GmbH
- Vacancy cover: Operational controlling for four branches / plants, knowledge transfer, onboarding, and coaching of successor
- Monthly closing / reporting, forecasts, budget planning
- Created new dashboards and reports (transport costs, payroll processing) and optimized existing Excel tools with PowerQuery/PowerPivot
Industry: Recycling of slaughterhouse waste; parent company publicly listed
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Finance Managers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
3.4 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Finance, Accounting, Project Management
Top industries
Professional Services, Manufacturing, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Accounting, Finance, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
88%
Master's degree or higher
61%
Doctorate
8%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
93%
Based on our profile pool as of 3 Nov 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this role in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates for Finance Managers in Germany
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 3 Nov 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Finance Managers experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Professional Services (84%)
- Manufacturing (66%)
- Banking and Finance (51%)
- Information Technology (49%)
- Automotive (39%)
- Retail (34%)
- Transportation (30%)
- Real Estate (28%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
What they handle
A finance manager keeps the numbers reliable and useful for decisions. In a freelance setup, they step into live processes, clean up reporting, and create control where teams are stretched. They often work as an interim finance manager, finance lead, or close partner to the controller.
- Monthly and management reporting
- Budget planning and forecast updates
- Cash flow tracking and working capital control
- Ledger review, accruals, and closing support
- KPI design for leadership and investors
Core skills
A strong Finance Manager combines accounting discipline with a clear view on the business. They know how to challenge numbers, explain variances, and keep work moving across finance, operations, and leadership. They are comfortable with ERP systems, Excel-based analysis, and structured reporting packs.
- Strong knowledge of financial statements and closing routines
- Advanced Excel and reporting logic
- SAP, S/4HANA, Oracle, or similar ERP tools
- Forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
- Clear communication with non-finance stakeholders
Typical assignments
Companies bring in freelance finance managers when the finance function needs immediate support, not a long hiring process. That can mean covering a vacancy, preparing for an audit, supporting a restructuring, or building a better reporting setup before growth, funding, or an acquisition. In Germany, this is common in mid-sized industrial firms, service companies, and international subsidiaries that need English and German coordination.
Good fit signals
A freelance finance manager is a good fit when the team needs someone who can take ownership quickly and work with little handholding.
- Reporting is late, inconsistent, or hard to trust
- Forecasts do not reflect the business reality
- The close process depends on a few overloaded people
- Cash visibility is weak
- Finance needs support during change, absence, or growth
What strong freelancers bring
The best professionals in this role do more than prepare reports. They spot process gaps, align stakeholders, and leave behind a cleaner finance structure. A strong interim finance manager can stabilize a team, improve controls, and make the numbers easier to use for decisions.
Collaboration and delivery
Most freelance finance managers work hybrid or remotely, but on-site time helps during close cycles, audits, or system changes. For Germany-based teams, clear communication in English is often enough, while German becomes important when they work closely with local operations, tax advisors, or shared service teams. Typical outputs include reporting packs, forecast models, cash updates, and process notes that the internal team can keep using.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Finance Managers.
A Finance Manager takes ownership of reporting, planning, cash visibility, and the close process. In practice, that means turning raw accounting data into management information that leaders can act on. They also help improve controls, workflows, and handovers so the finance function runs more smoothly.
A company should choose an interim finance manager when the need is immediate, temporary, or tied to change. That includes parental leave coverage, a vacancy, a system rollout, a restructuring, or a period of rapid growth. A freelance setup gives the team expertise without waiting for a long hiring cycle.
The most important skills are strong accounting knowledge, reporting discipline, and the ability to explain numbers clearly. A good finance manager also knows budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and how to work in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle. Just as important is the ability to work with management, operations, and external advisors without losing detail.
The two roles overlap, but they are not always the same. A Financial Controller is often more focused on accounting, controls, and accuracy, while a finance manager usually covers a broader business-facing scope such as planning, cash, and management reporting. In smaller teams, one person may do both.
Not always. Many tasks can be handled remotely, especially reporting, forecasting, and analysis. On-site time is useful when the Finance Manager needs to work with local teams, support a close, or join meetings with auditors and leadership in Germany.
A strong candidate usually works confidently with Excel and one or more ERP systems such as SAP, S/4HANA, or Oracle. They should also be comfortable with reporting tools, dashboard logic, and structured forecast models. The exact stack depends on the company, but clean data handling matters more than any single tool.
Look at the clarity of their reporting, the structure of their handover, and how quickly they understand your business. A good interim finance manager asks the right questions early, spots gaps in the numbers, and improves the process without creating extra noise. Strong references from similar assignments are a good sign, especially in the same industry or company size.
Freelancers want to understand the scope, the reporting line, the current pain points, and which systems they will use. They also need to know whether they are expected to stabilize existing work, lead a change project, or support a team that is already running. Clear goals and access to key stakeholders make the assignment much easier to deliver well.
The average hourly rate for Finance Managers in Germany is 115 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 922 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Finance Managers in Germany, 88% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 61% hold at least a Master's degree, and 8% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Finance Managers in Germany have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Finance Managers in Germany are German (100%), English (93%), and French (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Finance Managers in Germany are Professional Services (84%), Manufacturing (66%), and Banking and Finance (51%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Finance Managers in Germany are Finance (93%), Accounting (87%), and Project Management (62%).
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