Financial Controller | Controller/-in (m/w/d)
Landeshauptstadt Potsdam
Job Summary
As a Financial Controller for the City of Potsdam's Department of Accounting and Taxes, you will play a pivotal role in managing the financial health of one of the region's largest employers. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve developing and implementing controlling standards, coordinating budget planning, and creating comprehensive financial reports and analyses for annual financial statements. You will also manage cost and performance accounting, conduct risk assessments, and optimize administrative processes through KPI management. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in double-entry bookkeeping and municipal budget law. The position offers a highly attractive work-life balance with up to 50% mobile work, flexible working hours, and 30 days of annual leave. Joining a growing city administration, you will benefit from a secure public service contract (TVöD-VKA), comprehensive pension benefits, and professional development opportunities in a family-friendly environment.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor's degree or Diploma (FH) in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, or a qualification as a Certified Administrative Specialist (Verwaltungsfachwirt).
Experience
- Professional experience in controlling, budget planning, and financial management is desirable (ideally 2 years)
- Experience in administrative work or public sector environments
- Proven expertise in double-entry bookkeeping and cost accounting
- Experience in conducting economic efficiency calculations and risk analyses
- Proficiency in using technical analysis tools and database software
Languages
Additional
- The position is a permanent, full-time role (39 hours/week). Candidates must be able to work in Potsdam, with an option for up to 50% mobile work. Salary is based on the TVöD-VKA E 9c scale.
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