Karen Heitmann - Interim Senior Accountant

Q: Where is Karen based?

Karen is based in Hamburg, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Karen speak?

Karen speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Karen have?

Karen has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Karen has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 11 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months . Note that Karen may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Karen's latest experience?

Karen's most recent position is Interim Senior Accountant at Element Materials Technology GmbH .

Q: What companies has Karen worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Karen has worked for Element Materials Technology GmbH , Advita Pflegedienst GmbH , Dominos Systemzentrale , Emvia Living , and Statista GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Karen most experienced in?

Karen is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Real Estate , and Healthcare . Karen also has some experience in Food and Beverage , Media, Entertainment and Publishing , and Banking and Finance .

Q: Which business areas is Karen most experienced in?

Karen is most experienced in business areas like Accounting and Finance .

Q: Which industries has Karen worked in recently?

Karen has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Real Estate , and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas has Karen worked in recently?

Karen has recently worked in business areas like Accounting and Finance .

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Hamburg, Germany

Experience

Nov 2024 - Present

1 year 5 months

Interim Senior Accountant

Element Materials Technology GmbH

Standard financial accounting under HGB & IFRS
Preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
Reporting
ERP: Microsoft Dynamics D365

May 2024 - Oct 2024

6 months

Berlin, Germany

Interim Head of External Accounting

Advita Pflegedienst GmbH

Staff management: leading a team of 20 in a shared service center
Intercompany reconciliations
ERP: DATEV

Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

4 months

Hamburg, Germany

Interim Senior Accountant

Dominos Systemzentrale

Process optimization
Liquidity planning
Fixed assets
ERP: Navision

Feb 2023 - Dec 2023

11 months

Hamburg, Germany

Interim Senior Accountant

Emvia Living

Analysis and documentation of existing processes
Implementation of new workflows and optimization of accounts payable management
Preparation of monthly and annual closing for 2023 for various subsidiaries
VAT advance returns
Fixed assets accounting and posting of depreciation

Oct 2022 - Jan 2023

4 months

Hamburg, Germany

Interim Senior Accountant

Statista GmbH

Support for accounts payable accounting
Preparation for 2022 annual financial statements

Jul 2022 - Oct 2022

4 months

Wahlstedt, Germany

Interim Senior Accountant

Arko GmbH

Support with the 2021 year-end close
Processing VAT

May 2022 - Sep 2022

5 months

Bremen, Germany

Interim Senior Accountant

Konzern

Support in day-to-day operations
Ongoing bookkeeping
Processing VAT

Feb 2022 - Mar 2022

2 months

Berlin, Germany

Interim Senior Accountant

Cabka GmbH

Support in day-to-day operations
Ongoing bookkeeping
Processing VAT

Dec 2021 - Feb 2022

3 months

Uslar, Germany

Interim Senior Accountant

Hofmann Leasing GmbH

Manage accounts receivable inbox and resolve inquiries
Accounts receivable and credit management
Posting incoming invoices
Preparing the annual financial statements

May 2021 - Aug 2021

4 months

Berlin, Germany

Interim Senior Accountant

Gansel Rechtsanwälte

Processing various applications for COVID December aid, Bridging Aid II, Bridging Aid III and Bridging Aid III Plus
Ongoing bookkeeping

Dec 2015 - May 2021

5 years 6 months

Interim Finance Manager

Various other assignments

Various other assignments as Interim Finance Manager
Project list upon request

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (7.5 years), Real Estate (1 year), Healthcare (0.5 years), Food and Beverage (0.5 years), and Media and Entertainment (0.5 years).

Professional Services

Real Estate

Healthcare

Food and Beverage

Media and Entertainment

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Accounting (10 years) and Finance (7 years).

Accounting

Finance

Summary

I am an analytical and process-optimizing finance expert with 35 years of experience in financial accounting. My focus is on the efficient design of financial processes - from preparing annual and monthly financial statements to cost accounting and liquidity planning. My drive: structured work, solid analysis, and solutions that move companies forward sustainably. My approach: reliability and clarity in numbers and communication.

My drive? Bringing structure & clarity to financial processes. My approach? Reliability, efficiency, and sustainable solutions. I thrive on challenges in complex financial structures - delivering reliable results that make companies financially resilient and strategically future-proof.

I bring clarity to numbers and structures with substance.

Skills

Many Years Of Experience In Financial Accounting & Reporting, With Expertise In Preparing Annual And Monthly Financial Statements Under Hgb & Ifrs, Cost Accounting, And Liquidity Planning.
Process Analysis & Optimization: Structured Redesign And Improvement Of Finance And Accounting Processes For Companies Across Various Industries.
Experience In Professional And Disciplinary Leadership Of Up To 20 Team Members.
Intercompany Accounting & Reporting: Ensuring Smooth Reconciliations, Preparing Business Analyses, And Close Collaboration With Auditors & Banks.
Erp & System Skills: Solid Knowledge Of Datev, Sap R/3, Simba, Hgb, Navision, And Other Finance And Reporting Environments.
Industry Experience In Retail & Consumer Goods, Construction & Real Estate, Food, Energy & Utilities, Advertising & Media, Care & Healthcare, And The Pharmaceutical Industry.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1995 - Jun 1999

Vocational College

Diploma in Business Administration · Business Administration · Erkelenz, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Certified Balance Sheet Accountant (written exam)

Certified Trade Specialist

Profile

Created

February 2025

Last Update

March 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Karen based?

Karen is based in Hamburg, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Karen speak?

Karen speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Karen have?

Karen has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Karen has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months. Note that Karen may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Karen be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Karen would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Senior Accountant, Interim Head of External Accounting, Interim Finance Manager.

What is Karen's latest experience?

Karen's most recent position is Interim Senior Accountant at Element Materials Technology GmbH.

What companies has Karen worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Karen has worked for Element Materials Technology GmbH, Advita Pflegedienst GmbH, Dominos Systemzentrale, Emvia Living, and Statista GmbH.

Which industries is Karen most experienced in?

Karen is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Real Estate, and Healthcare. Karen also has some experience in Food and Beverage, Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Banking and Finance.

Which business areas is Karen most experienced in?

Karen is most experienced in business areas like Accounting and Finance.

Which industries has Karen worked in recently?

Karen has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Real Estate, and Healthcare.

Which business areas has Karen worked in recently?

Karen has recently worked in business areas like Accounting and Finance.

What is Karen's education?

Karen attended Vocational College for Business Administration.

Does Karen have any certificates?

Karen has 2 certificates. These include: Certified Balance Sheet Accountant (written exam) and Certified Trade Specialist.

What is the availability of Karen?

Karen is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Karen?

Karen's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.