Head of Budget, Finance, Third-Party Funding and Controlling | Referatsleitung Haushalt, Finanzen, Drittmittel und Controlling (w/d/m)

Stiftung Preußischer Kulturbesitz - Der Präsident

Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
Published Apr 2, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As the Head of the Budget and Finance unit at the Berlin State Library, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for the strategic financial management of one of Europe's most significant scientific libraries. Your day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing the public budget in compliance with federal regulations (BHO), managing third-party project funds from major organizations like the DFG and EU, and driving the digital transformation of financial workflows. You will serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on financial strategy and process optimization. This role is particularly attractive for experienced professionals looking for a permanent position within Germany's largest cultural institution. It offers a high degree of creative freedom, flexible working models including mobile work, and a central Berlin location, all while contributing to the preservation and accessibility of world-class knowledge resources.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Bachelor, Diploma, or equivalent) in Public Administration, Finance Management, Business Administration (focus on Public Administration or Controlling/Accounting), Cultural Management, or a related field.

Experience

  • Proven experience in public sector budget management, specifically regarding federal budget and grant law (BHO)
  • Professional experience in the administrative management of third-party funded projects
  • Demonstrated leadership experience or several years of experience in a coordinating function
  • Experience advising senior management on financial and budgetary strategy
  • Experience in coordinating complex work processes and change management

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is permanent and based in Berlin. It follows the TVöD Bund (EG 11) salary scale, with the possibility of a specialist allowance. Part-time work is possible.