Finance Operations (Junior) Specialist (all genders)

Locations : München | Düsseldorf

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It’s bad manners to talk about money. Unless you’re in Finance & Accounting or Controlling & Analysis—the two large teams comprising Finance at BCG. Not only do these professionals talk about money all the time, they also really have to know what they’re talking about, since they’re responsible for accounting, taxes, payroll, travel management, and time and billing at BCG. In addition to purely financial workflows, they also ensure that our consultants have the best possible basis for making decisions in our various respective markets.

What You’ll Do

As a Finance Operations (Junior) Specialist (all genders), you will play a key role in supporting financial operations and ensuring contractual and billing compliance across assigned client accounts. You will coordinate directly with internal stakeholders and external clients to manage invoicing, payment tracking, and financial reporting. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented professional with a strong foundation in accounting and a desire to grow within a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.

You will report to the Finance Senior Manager (Accounts Receivable), helping improve process efficiencies and financial outcomes through proactive communication and analytical thinking.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Collect contracts from case teams and ensure contractual compliance; escalate issues where necessary
• Collaborate across teams to identify and resolve discrepancies

Invoicing & Cash Collection

• Coordinate and prepare billing details in line with client agreements
• Process and track invoices throughout their full lifecycle
• Monitor incoming payments and proactively follow up on overdue invoices
• Drive improvements in Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) metrics

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Support the preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Contribute to the optimization and continuous improvement of financial processes

Cross-Functional Support

• Maintain close relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure clear communication and timely resolution of issues

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field and/or
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience in a finance or accounting role
• Strong Excel skills and confidence with financial software systems (SAP is a plus)
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management experience
• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken)
• Experience in a professional services environment preferred

Who You’ll Work With

You will be part of a seven‑person team, working closely with your colleagues in the Munich and Düsseldorf offices. Together, you’ll be responsible for collecting billing data and mailing client invoices, as well as for contract management and reporting. The team collaborates with respect, acceptance, and mutual trust. Your manager will support you in getting familiar with the company and in developing professionally. You will also always be able to draw on the experience of your coworkers.

Additional Info

Group Spirit

• In the spirit of the Group, we’re so much more than our daily business. You can also look forward to frequent team‑building and office activities, from summer and sports to Christmas and social events.

Working Life

• In the Group, you’ll receive an attractive, competitive, and performance‑based compensation package with fixed and variable components.
• We support families with benefits such as tax‑free subsidies for childcare expenses through bonus conversions.
• Every now and then you just need a break. That’s why the Group offers 30 days of vacation every year, in addition to an attractive flexibility program.
• We also cover your commuting expenses up to a maximum amount.
• New ways of working? They’re nothing new to us. Our employees use hybrid models that combine on‑site and remote work, supported by digital collaboration tools.
• We have your future in mind—covered by our comprehensive insurance and retirement programs.

Learning Curve

• The sky’s the limit? Our broad selection of training and development offers will help you grow day after day.

Lifestyle

• Well‑being is more than a buzzword for us. That’s why we provide individual support through our Employee Assistance Program and mindfulness offers.
• Out of the office and into the gym: A flexible gym membership with Urban Sports Club is yours for the asking.
• Need a pick‑up? You’ll be happy to hear that free beverages and snacks are provided at all of the Group’s offices, in addition to food vouchers for use with participating partners.
• Benefits may vary by location.

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