Team Lead, Finance Operations (f / m / d)

Verve Group has created a more efficient and privacy-focused way to buy and monetize advertising. Verve Group is an ecosystem of demand and supply technologies fusing data, media, and technology together to deliver results and growth to both advertisers and publishers–no matter the screen or location, no matter who, what, or where a customer is. With 30 offices across the globe and with an eye on servicing forward-thinking advertising customers, Verve Group’s solutions are trusted by more than 90 of the United States’ top 100 advertisers, 4,000 publishers globally, and the world’s top demand-side platforms. Verve Group is a subsidiary of Media and Games Invest (MGI). Learn more at .

About the job

You will have the unique opportunity to be part of Verve’s growth trajectory by ensuring that quality revenue financial operations are created to drive business operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will work closely with other finance and non-finance team members. You will participate in implementing accounting processes and controls to enhance revenue accounting & reporting. The ideal candidate aspires to grow with Verve and is willing to support all business areas whenever needed.

What You Will Do

1. Manage all matters related to revenue accounting including reviewing & clarifying financial terms in revenue contracts, enforcing adherence to revenue recognition policies, and customer receivable reconciliation.
2. Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes related to revenue billing and reporting, including JE preparation, reconciliation, review of revenue accounts, and customer-level reviews for all Verve entities to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
3. Collaborate with legal to ensure a robust and audit-proof contract management system, including active tracking of contracts and amendments for all customers.
4. Develop and maintain a tracker for non-standard financial terms in contracts, ensuring accurate calculation and recording of rebates, revenue shares, and discounts in financial statements.
5. Streamline revenue reports by engaging with data, sales, and controlling teams to align BI reports and accounting figures.
6. Develop and document business processes and revenue accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
7. Lead cash collection processes and initiatives within Verve, maintaining healthy accounts receivable thresholds and building relationships with General Managers of different units.
8. Continuously seek to simplify and automate revenue accounting processes.
9. Manage, develop, and grow a team of 4 Finance Operations Accountants.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with CPA certification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounting, preferably at hyper-growth companies.
• Leadership experience of 2-3 years managing a finance team.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with Netsuite or other major ERP systems.
• Expertise in revenue accounting practices, implementations, and processes.
• Excellent communication skills and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Nice to have: Knowledge of SQL, Python, and automation of reports.

What We Offer

• Join a top privacy-first omnichannel ad platform and gaming company.
• Be part of a multicultural team with 55+ nationalities, advancing advertising technology.
• Work with experienced professionals and grow professionally.
• Empowering environment with entrepreneurial opportunities.
• Responsibility, independence, and impactful projects.
• 3 wellness days per year after 90 days of employment.
• Training budget and language classes (German/English).
• Work and Travel Program with monthly raffles after 2 years.
• Employee Referral Bonus and Employee Shares Purchase Plan.
• 27 holidays per year plus public holidays.
• Personalized Benefits Platform with a 100 EUR/month budget for benefits such as mobility, daycare, sports, and more.
• Additional benefits including discounts, team events, and more.

Verve Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.