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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Sage
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.
Alma A.
Last position:
HR Digitalization Project Manager at Ayvens / Société Generale Group
Negotiation and conclusion of works council agreements on Workday and other topics I Advice on and implementation of employment law projects in the HR context I Transfer of comple- x employment and works constitution law issues into practical solutions I Workday
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
Axel G.
Last position:
Management Consultant, Business Analyst at SEFE Energy GmbH
- Process management, project management
- Business process modeling for market-to-order and order-to-cash
- Replacement of an existing CRM system
- Salesforce energy & utilities cloud, Aurea CRM, SAP-Signavio, iGrafx
Nicole S.
Last position:
HR Manager at Startup / Digital Transformation
- Setup & structure: Complete rebuild and structuring of the HR department in a dynamic startup environment
- People management: Taking full responsibility for operational and strategic HR
- Culture & team: Active further development of the company culture during the transformation phase
Maxime D.
Last position:
Lead Product Manager E-invoicing & AI at fino data services GmbH
- Responsible for the concept, planning, and delivery of product development for GetMyInvoices 2.0 and its subcomponent InvoiceRails
- Independently handled all aspects of the project, including concept development, writing ticket specifications, and coordinating developers
- Created, managed, and prioritized tickets to ensure all tasks were completed on time and to a high standard
- Conducted and/or coordinated tests and ensured the proper implementation of developed features and functionality
- Worked closely with developers to clarify technical requirements and ensure implementations met specifications
- Regularly reported on project progress and documented key decisions, changes, and risks
- Took the lead on all topics related to e-invoicing and Peppol, especially regarding the InvoiceRails component
- Provided internal guidance and shared knowledge about e-invoicing and Peppol with other teams and departments
- Tracked market trends and new developments in e-invoicing and Peppol to continuously adapt the product strategy
- Ensured the products’ long-term scalability and adaptability to future technological and legal changes in e-invoicing
Manfred W.
Last position:
Strategic Technical Procurement Facility Services at Gesellschaft für Ingenieurleistungen in NRW
- Procurement of service providers such as building cleaners, caretakers, landscaping and garden construction companies, maintenance companies (HVAC, electrical); conducting negotiations and tendering framework agreements
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)
Stephanie Z.
Last position:
Project Support / Project Coordination FTTx at Oliver Schulte Managementberatung
- Worked on an FTTx/telecommunications project within the project environment
- Supported operational project coordination and task follow-up
- Used Jira to create, process and track tasks and tickets
- Structured and maintained project-related information and work statuses
- Coordinated open points and ongoing tasks within the project team
- Supported the coordination of work packages and their processing status
- Followed up on tasks, feedback and open topics
- Worked at the interface between operational implementation and project organization
- Applied digital project management tools in the ongoing FTTx project
- Provided hands-on support with organizational and operational project tasks
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
Jörn B.
Last position:
Process Optimization Consultant at Tandler GmbH
- Improving processes in the purchasing area
- Digitizing purchasing processes
- Optimizing end-to-end manufacturing processes
Michael G.
Last position:
Interim Manager at Pixomondo Images GmbH & Co KG
- Provided technical support for tax reporting and reconciliations from IFRS to HGB with focus on IFRS 15 in an international environment
- Prepared missing documentation for annual audits of 2021 and 2022
- Served as single point of contact for tax authorities, tax advisors, and auditors
- Utilized SAP for reporting and design processes
Alexandra S.
Last position:
Senior HR Generalist at Delta Energy Systems (Germany) GmbH
- Advising managers on strategic HR, employment law and collective bargaining matters
- Payroll processing in DATEV for 150 employees of two companies from 01.04.2024 to 31.07.2025
- Supporting payroll preparation activities from 01.08.2025
- Preparing the report regarding the severely disabled persons levy
- Preparing reports / reconciling master data with the employers’ liability insurance association
- Conducting interviews, personnel meetings and BEM meetings (company reintegration management)
- Maintaining electronic time-recording data (corrections, recording maternity protection/ parental leave/ vacation/ illness/ business trips) in INTERFLEX
- Working with the Freiburg Integration Office
- Designing and managing the areas of responsibility Occupational Safety + Company Health Management + Company Physician (Regio Arbeitsmedizin)
- Personnel support: preparing employment contracts/ terminations/ references, issuing warnings/ conducting onboarding/ exit meetings
- Organizing company celebrations
- Organizing training courses
- On-site contact person during audits
- Conducting projects in cooperation with other Delta locations (including the introduction of a digital personnel file)
- Building a trusting and constructive relationship with the works council
- Participating in budget and personnel planning
- Reporting HR metrics
- Local contact person for the employers’ association and the trade supervisory office
- Personnel recruitment + supporting existing and new employees regarding relocation, visas and work permits
Rosa W.
Last position:
Interim management for HR payroll and financial accounting at RMW Dienstleistungen LTD.
- Interim management as freelancer for finance accounting, HR, controlling, accounting and leadership, process optimization
- Clients: Esprit (DE/CH), MSD (CH), Sedus Stoll AG (CH), Brooks AG (CH), Yves Rocher (DE), Lilium (DE) and others
Jean S.
Last position:
Introduction to ISO 27001 at Software Developer
- Introduction of an information security system into an existing management system according to ISO 9001
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Statistics of experts using Sage
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years
Position duration
2.5 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Operations
Top industries
Manufacturing, Professional Services, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Accounting, Human Resources, Finance
Bachelor's degree or higher
72%
Master's degree or higher
37%
Doctorate
5%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
95%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology 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.
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Explore rate insightsAverage rates of experts in Germany using Sage
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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Sage experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (75%)
- Professional Services (75%)
- Information Technology (70%)
- Automotive (43%)
- Banking and Finance (41%)
- Healthcare (37%)
- Retail (34%)
- Food and Beverage (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Sage at a glance
Sage is a business software ecosystem for accounting, finance, payroll, customer processes and enterprise resource planning. Companies use products such as Sage 50, Sage Business Cloud and Sage X3 to manage records, transactions, reporting and operational data. The right edition depends on company size, process complexity and required integrations.
Products and ecosystem
Sage 50 supports core accounting and financial administration for smaller organisations. Sage Business Cloud connects online finance, payroll and related services, while Sage X3 handles more complex, multi-site operations and supply-chain processes. Professionals may also work with Sage HR, Sage APIs, SQL databases, Excel, Power BI and third-party payment or tax systems.
Typical project work
- Configure charts of accounts, tax rules, users and approval workflows
- Migrate financial, customer or product data into a Sage environment
- Connect Sage with CRM, e-commerce, payroll, banking or warehouse systems
- Build reports, dashboards and reconciliations for finance teams
- Improve processes across purchasing, inventory, sales and invoicing
When companies need expertise
Companies often bring in freelance Sage specialists during an implementation, system replacement or finance process redesign. External support is also useful when data quality is poor, integrations fail, reporting is slow or internal teams need practical training. In Germany, projects may require close attention to local accounting, payroll and tax workflows without assuming that every Sage edition supports the same functions.
What strong specialists deliver
Strong professionals begin with process discovery rather than changing settings immediately. They understand the selected Sage product, document configuration decisions, test permissions and reconciliations, and plan a controlled migration. Useful adjacent skills include SQL, data mapping, API integration, financial controls, Excel reporting and change enablement.
Working with a Sage professional
Remote collaboration works well for configuration, analysis, documentation, reporting and many integration tasks. On-site workshops can help when finance, warehouse or operations teams need to map complex processes together. Agree on the Sage edition, business scope, data ownership, test environment, acceptance criteria and support model before work starts. Quality shows in clean documentation, traceable results and reliable handover.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Sage, in one place.
Companies use Sage for accounting, invoicing, purchasing, payroll, financial reporting and wider business operations. Sage 50 and Sage Business Cloud often support core finance work, while Sage X3 is suited to more complex operational and supply-chain processes.
Sage can be a practical choice when a company needs focused finance, payroll or enterprise resource planning functions without the scope of a larger SAP or Microsoft Dynamics programme. The best option depends on business complexity, local requirements, existing systems, integration needs and the level of process change planned.
A strong Sage specialist may also understand SQL, APIs, data migration, Excel, Power BI, financial controls and payroll processes. Experience with CRM, e-commerce, banking, warehouse or tax integrations is valuable when Sage must exchange reliable data with other systems.
The required depth depends on the project. Sage configuration for a defined finance workflow may need a focused specialist, while an X3 rollout, complex migration or multi-system integration calls for broader delivery experience and strong knowledge of testing, controls and change management.
Much Sage work can be completed remotely, including discovery, configuration, reporting, documentation and integration analysis. On-site sessions may still help with process workshops, data reviews and training, especially when several finance or operations teams must agree on a common workflow.
Confirm that the specialist has worked with the exact Sage product, edition and release used in the organisation. Discuss German accounting or payroll requirements, language expectations, data access, security, integration boundaries and whether remote collaboration fits the project team.
Sage Line 50 is a former and still widely used name associated with Sage 50 accounting software. A professional should verify the exact regional product, version, licences and connected services because features and terminology can differ between markets.
Good Sage work is visible in accurate reconciliations, tested workflows, controlled permissions, clear migration records and useful documentation. Ask for a practical delivery plan, defined acceptance checks and a handover that enables internal teams to maintain the configuration.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Sage in their recent projects is 117 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 934 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Sage in their recent projects, 72% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 37% hold at least a Master's degree, and 5% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Sage in their recent projects have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Sage in their recent projects are German (99%), English (95%), and French (20%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Sage in their recent projects are Manufacturing (75%), Professional Services (75%), and Information Technology (70%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Sage in their recent projects are Project Management (77%), Information Technology (65%), and Operations (59%).
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