Finance Manager – Media Industry

Argus Search GmbH

. Independently manage ongoing financial processes, particularly accounts receivable and accounts payable .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeBerlin • GermanyMid-LevelSenior💰 €60,000 - €75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial processes including accounts receivable and accounts payable, with strong capabilities in budget planning, reporting, and variance analysis. Proficient in accounting standards and tools, with excellent communication skills in both German and English.

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Accounts Receivable ManagementAccounts Payable ManagementBudget PlanningFinancial ReportingGerman Commercial Code (HGB) Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Financial ProcessesInvoice ProcessingAccount ReconciliationBudget ForecastingVariance AnalysisManagement AccountingNumerical AptitudeAnalytical SkillsStructured ApproachSolution-Oriented Work

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsIndependent Working StyleProactive InitiativeSense of Responsibility

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelDATEV

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Business AdministrationDegree in Economics

Industry Keywords

FinanceAccountingControllingBudgetingFinancial Statements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage ongoing financial processes, particularly accounts receivable and accounts payable
Review, code, and process incoming and outgoing invoices
Monitor outstanding receivables
Coordinate invoice approvals and payment processes in close consultation with internal stakeholders
Support the preparation of monthly financial statements
Perform account reconciliations
Contribute to budget planning and forecasting
Conduct budget-versus-actual analyses
Prepare regular financial reports, variance analyses, and management accounting evaluations
Collaborate with external service providers, particularly tax advisors and accounting partners
Continuously optimize and digitalize existing finance and accounting processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed commercial training or a degree in business administration, economics, or a comparable qualification with a focus on finance
Several years of initial professional experience in finance and accounting, ideally with exposure to controlling
Good understanding of basic accounting processes
Knowledge of accounting in accordance with the German Commercial Code (HGB)
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel
Experience with DATEV is preferred
Initial experience in budget planning, reporting, or forecasting is an advantage
Strong numerical aptitude, along with an analytical, structured, and solution-oriented approach to work
Independent and proactive working style, with a high level of initiative and sense of responsibility
Strong communication skills
Excellent German and English language skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Exciting and varied responsibilities in a dynamic and growing company
Significant opportunity to shape processes and actively contribute your own ideas
Autonomous work with short decision-making paths
Opportunities for professional and personal development
Collaborative working environment with close cooperation across departments
Hybrid working model with a flexible combination of office and remote work
Modern workplace in Berlin
Permanent employment contract