Controller (m/f/d)

• flexible working hours for an optimal work-life balance
• a certified and family-friendly working environment
• an employer-subsidised company pension scheme
• a wide range of opportunities for personalised professional development
• a modern workplace in a central campus location
• exciting roles in an interdisciplinary research environment

What you can always count on at persona service:

• a direct route to permanent employment with our clients
• close support throughout the entire application process
• close coordination with you and your potential employer, taking your preferences into account
• intensive preparation for the interview

• You will be responsible for independently carrying out financial control, third-party funding management and the administrative support for all ongoing EU projects
• You will also be responsible for preparing monthly reports and ongoing cash flow planning to ensure financial stability
• You will also oversee the preparation of the programme budget and provide active support with financial planning and the preparation of the annual accounts
• Issuing invoices and ensuring all business transactions are correctly recorded in the accounts will also form part of your day-to-day duties within the team
• As part of your role, you will provide reliable support to colleagues in handling fixed asset and accounts payable accounting in day-to-day operations
• Furthermore, you will actively support the future implementation and optimisation of the new DATEV ERP system from 2027 onwards
• Finally, you will be responsible for independently producing detailed reports and statistics for the HR department of the research organisation

• You have completed further training to become a certified controller (m/f/d) following an apprenticeship as an industrial clerk (m/f/d) or office management clerk (m/f/d)
• You also have solid professional experience in controlling and third-party funding management, and ideally in the administration of EU projects
• You stand out thanks to your confident use of MS Office, particularly Excel, as well as initial experience with ERP systems such as DATEV
• Your native-level command of written and spoken German, as well as a good command of English, perfectly round off your profile
• Furthermore, you demonstrate a high degree of initiative and reliability in the precise preparation of reports
• Finally, you are a true team player and always work in a highly structured, independent and customer-focused manner within your area of responsibility
• To fulfil this position of responsibility, in addition to your professional expertise, you must hold a valid work permit and be permanently resident in Germany