Financial Controller (f/m/d)

Schlafender Hase GmbH

Job Description

Schlafender Hase is the global leader in proofreading and content comparison software for regulated industries. For over 20 years, we have built a reputation for excellence, serving pharmaceutical and adjacent sectors with innovative, user-friendly solutions. Headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany, with an office in Montréal, Canada, our diverse international team thrives on collaboration and innovation.


In your role as Financial Controller (f/m/d) at Schlafender Hase, your mission will be to optimize and further develop our controlling processes. You will act as a sparring partner for the CFO, management and departments, providing transparent financial data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to guide decision making. This enables you to play a significant part in the next growth phase of our company within a dynamic SaaS environment.
Your Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and continuously improve our controlling, including financial reporting, budgeting, planning, and forecasting processes
  • Analyze our existing processes and cost structures and develop contribution margin calculations by product, customer, and market
  • Support our CFO in monitoring our monthly financial close as well as in coordinating the preparation of our annual financial statements
  • Create and monitor budgets and forecasts with a focus on reaching our financial plans and KPIs
  • Act as a business partner for Sales, Marketing, Product Management and Operations, providing support for department-specific controlling challenges
  • Support the CFO in various projects to further develop the Finance department


  • You have a bachelor's degree in economics, business administration or equivalent,
    ideally with a focus on controlling
  • You have 3-5 years of proven expertise in controlling, preferably in a software company
  • You are familiar with SaaS business models and the relevant key performance indicators
  • You are driven by the opportunity to refine and build structures and elevate processes to the next level
  • Attention to detail and the ability to analyze complex data of different systems and/or subsidiaries are essential skills for this role, as well as a pragmatic, hands-on mentality
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and BI tools is required, experience with Hubspot and
    Microsoft Power BI is a plus
  • You are fluent in English and familiar with working in an international company;
    German language proficiency is advantageous, but not essential for this role


  • Impactful Work: You will play a crucial role in further developing our controlling structures
  • Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and opportunities for professional development
  • Growth Opportunities: We support and foster the professional development of our team members by offering attractive learning and training opportunities
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse, dynamic and international team and meet your colleagues at regular team events

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