Junior Controller/in (m/w/d)

Introduction

The Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) is an established organization in the banking and financial services sector, specializing in the management and standardization of Legal Entity Identifiers (LEIs). As a medium-sized company, GLEIF plays a central role in enhancing transparency and efficiency in global financial markets by providing reliable identification standards. With an international network and strong partners, GLEIF supports compliance with regulatory requirements and promotes data quality in the financial industry.

We offer you the opportunity to start your career as a Junior Controller in a dynamic environment with experienced colleagues and actively contribute to the development of our processes. Apply with us and become part of a dedicated team that drives innovation and quality in the financial world.

Tasks

• Support preparation of budgets, forecasts, and periodic updates.

• Perform variance analyses on actuals vs. plan and identify key drivers.

• Prepare recurring financial reports and dashboards (monthly/quarterly).

• Assist in cash-flow planning and follow-up analysis.

• Support development of KPIs and management reporting packages.

• Conduct cost analyses across Opex, Capex, and project-related spend.

• Support project controlling activities, including planning and cost tracking.

• Analyze trends and support identification of efficiency opportunities.

• Provide data-driven support for business decisions and business cases.

• Maintain high-quality Excel models and contribute to process automation.

Potential additional responsibilities (dependent on candidate’s experience):

• Participation in selected accounting tasks.

• Assist in business partner accreditation calculations

Profile

• 1–2 years of experience in Controlling, Financial Planning & Analysis, or a related finance role.

• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel abilities (complex formulas, pivot tables, model

structuring, Macros).

• Basic understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance & Controlling, Business Administration, or related field.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain numbers clearly.

• High attention to detail, structured working style, and ability to meet deadlines.

• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take initiative.

• Comfortable working in an international, dynamic environment.

• Fluent spoken and written English.

NICE TO HAVE:

• Knowledge of IFRS or Swiss GAAP.

• Experience with any ERP/financial systems (Diamant is an advantage).

• Basic VBA or automation skills.

• Experience working in multinational or cross-functional teams.

• First exposure to accounting principles.

We offer

Why us?

• A quick job entry

• An open-ended employment contract

• Performance-related salary model with an attractive compensation

• 28 days' holiday (Christmas and New Year's Eve off if these fall on working days)

• Flexible and mobile working environment

• A patient and comprehensive induction programme

• Regular town halls and feedback meetings

• Leadership with empathy

• Short decision-making processes

• Comprehensive further training and talent development and access to online learning

Platforms (e.g. Pluralsight, Laracast)

• A friendly team atmosphere in a multicultural organization with the office directly in the city

center of Frankfurt

• Open office space that facilitates & encourages collaboration; headphones allowed

• Beverages & fresh fruit

• Subsidized gym membership

• Windows workstation with 2 displays; custom keyboard if required

• Company iPhone & Laptop

• Casual get-togethers on sunny Friday afternoons on our spacious terrace

Additional Information

All foreign applicants from outside the EU must have a valid work permit to work in Germany.

Please send your English CV along with a cover letter to [email protected]