Become (Senior) Controller (m/f/d) at Retarus.
Retarus is a worldwide provider of cloud-based messaging solutions at enterprise scale. We serve over 40% of the companies listed on the S&P Global 100, e.g. Adidas, Bayer, SAP, BNP Paribas, Goldman Sachs, T-Systems, Swarovski & UPS, as well as governmental agencies and major players in markets across the world. Privately owned and founder-managed for over thirty years, Retarus is customer-oriented, stable, a fair employer, and a strategic business partner with a long-term vision. With some 500 employees in 19 offices on four continents, Retarus operates locally and thinks globally: our teams are organized across borders and are highly integrated. This makes Retarus a multicultural, multilingual, and engaging workplace. We are committed to creating a diverse and dynamic environment for our employees, with generous compensation, time off, and a global, collaborative workplace.
What we offer
- Mobile working and flexible working time
- Collaborative, diverse company culture and superior team spirit
- Flat hierarchies and great feedback culture
- Development opportunities & career perspective
- International business & cross-site collaboration
- Modern, dog-friendly offices with nice amenities
- Company-paid health insurance, public transportation, lunch vouchers and further benefits
What you'll do
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Drive the further development of our Controlling function by optimizing processes across the entire reporting lifecycle – from data collection to automated reporting
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Develop and maintain meaningful SaaS KPIs (e.g., ARR, MRR, Churn Rate, CAC, LTV, Net Revenue Retention) and derive actionable recommendations to support business growth
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Independently prepare analyses, forecasts, and ad hoc reports, translating complex data into clear, management-ready insights for executive decision-making
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Act as a trusted business partner for managers across the organization, providing sound financial guidance and supporting strategic and operational decision-making
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Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and profitability calculations to ensure effective financial planning and performance management
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Analyze data from our CRM system and prepare meaningful reports for various stakeholders, ranging from Sales to Executive Management
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Actively contribute to cross-functional efficiency and digitalization projects, helping shape the continuous development of our Controlling processes and system landscape
What you'll need
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A completed degree in Business Administration with a focus on Controlling, Accounting, Finance, or a comparable qualification with relevant professional experience
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Several years of experience in Controlling, ideally within a SaaS, technology, or internationally operating company
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel as well as experience with Business Intelligence and financial planning tools (e.g., Power BI, LucaNet, or comparable solutions)
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Experience working with CRM and ERP systems (e.g., Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, ABAS ERP)
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Fluent German and English language skills to collaborate effectively with our international teams
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Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills, combined with a structured and solution-oriented approach
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A self-driven, hands-on mindset with the ability to take ownership and turn insights into action
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Strong numerical aptitude, business acumen, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders across different functions
What you can expect
At Retarus, you will work on impactful and dynamic projects, with real opportunities to make a difference. Our customers are leaders across diverse industries, with constantly evolving needs and high expectations. You’ll be working with cutting-edge technology and great creative leeway to meet customers’ needs – and the projects you work on will be deployed globally. Working at Retarus, you will collaborate closely with convivial, culturally diverse teammates. You will grow professionally in a dynamic and exciting workplace and design impactful solutions in real time with top companies.
Very important
Come as you are. Retarus is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.
Apply via our online application portal – it’s easy and doesn’t take long. Our colleague Alissa Selman is happy to field any questions you may have: [email protected]
We’re looking forward to getting to know you!
