Senior Group Controller (m/f/d) Ticketing International

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Hamburg, DEU
In-Office
Senior level
eCommerce • Events • News + Entertainment • Software
The Role
Senior Group Controller overseeing 4–6 international business units and advising C-level stakeholders. Responsibilities include performance analysis, root-cause identification, improvement planning, forecasting, budgeting, financial planning, management reporting, monthly and quarterly closing, and strengthening central performance management. The role translates strategic business questions into decision-ready analyses and supports governance, process, and organizational development across international markets.
Summary Generated by Built In

In this role, you will work at the heart of our international ticketing business, enjoying high visibility and direct influence on top management decisions. As a trusted sparring partner to the CFO, COO, and international stakeholders, you will drive transparency, performance, and execution in a dynamic environment.

Working closely with our international markets, you will actively shape the further development of governance, processes, and organizational structures. Through your way of working, you will set standards in speed, pragmatism, and ownership while sustainably strengthening our performance management capabilities.

What you can expect:

  • You will act as a trusted advisor and challenger to top management and our international entities, with regular exposure to Board and C-level stakeholders.
  • You will oversee 4–6 international business units, conducting performance analyses, identifying root causes, and defining concrete improvement measures.
  • You will translate top-level business questions into decision-ready analyses, including topics such as go-to-market strategies, business plans, and scenario analyses.
  • You will ensure the consistency and reliability of forecasting and budgeting processes, financial planning, and management reporting.
  • Your regular responsibilities will also include supporting the monthly and quarterly closing processes.
  • You will strengthen central performance management through effective prioritization, action planning, and rigorous progress tracking.
  • You will work closely with Business Development, Finance, and local management teams across our international markets.
What you bring:
  • Several years of relevant professional experience in top management consulting, corporate finance, or controlling.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage confidently at senior leadership level.
  • Solid knowledge of financial processes and tools (e.g. Unit4 FP&A and LucaNet).
  • The ability to structure complex topics and deliver results quickly.
  • A high level of ownership, proactivity, and executional excellence.
  • Experience in transformation projects or working within complex organizational structures.
  • Strong analytical skills combined with an entrepreneurial mindset and a pragmatic approach.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to operate effectively in an international environment.
  • Business-fluent English and German language skills.

Benefits

  • 30 days of paid vacation plus the option of up to 15 days of unpaid leave
  • 25 days of workation within the EU
  • Flexible working hours
  • Sofa Concerts and employee events
  • Discounts on ticket purchases & opportunities for clearing assignments
  • Corporate benefits and discounts at KESS
  • Central location & subsidy for a Job Ticket or Germany Ticket
  • Bike leasing
  • Mental health program & company pension scheme
  • “GoFluent” language learning platform as well as Lunch & Learn sessions

We value diversity and treat all applications equally – regardless of gender, background, age, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. Different perspectives enrich our team and make EVENTIM stronger.


Skills Required

  • Several years of relevant professional experience in top management consulting, corporate finance, or controlling
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, including confidence engaging with senior leadership
  • Solid knowledge of financial processes and tools, such as Unit4 FP&A and LucaNet
  • Ability to structure complex topics and deliver results quickly
  • Experience in transformation projects or complex organizational structures
  • Strong analytical skills and an entrepreneurial, pragmatic approach
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in an international environment
  • Business-fluent English and German language skills
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The Company
5,329 Employees
Year Founded: 1989

What We Do

CTS EVENTIM is a global ticketing and live-entertainment company operating in more than 25 countries. It markets tickets through physical, online, and mobile channels; develops software and e-commerce platforms for event organizers and artists; and operates and promotes concerts, festivals, venues, and other live events. The group combines ticketing technology, data-driven services, and event promotion to support entertainment businesses.

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