Finance Director managing financial planning and compliance for various teams in Germany's finance organization. Leading strategic financial initiatives and collaborating with executive management.
Responsibilities
Ensure accurate, timely annual preparation of statutory standalone financial statements in accordance with HGB
Ensure regulatory compliance with tax law, reporting obligations and statutory requirements
Manage operational and strategic financial planning, including budgeting processes, forecasts and multi-year planning
Overall leadership of the Finance organization in Germany, overseeing multiple team leads across Accounting, Business Controlling, Cash Management/Treasury and Tax
Serve as a sparring partner to Executive Management on investment decisions, profitability analyses and commercial matters
Represent the company to auditors, financial institutions and relevant authorities
Close coordination with Group Finance and Internal Audit to ensure consistent reporting and control standards
Responsible for financial valuations in the context of acquisitions and for supporting the integration of new entities
Operational involvement in key areas such as performance management, working capital management and management of financial liabilities
Further develop the system landscape, governance structures and internal control mechanisms
Build and develop high-performing leadership teams, including structured succession planning
Foster a performance-oriented yet collaborative leadership culture
Requirements
Degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent; additional qualifications welcome
Extensive professional experience in finance, including several years of overall responsibility for large units in Germany
Deep expertise in accounting under HGB; IFRS knowledge is an advantage
Solid knowledge of German tax and commercial law
Proven experience leading complex organizations and in transformation or optimization projects
Strategic capability and ability to position Finance as a business enabler
Excellent German and English skills (at least C1 level in both)
Confident user of ERP systems
Strong communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Industry experience in capital-intensive or asset-based business models is a plus
Pragmatism, decisiveness and a clear leadership style
Benefits
Attractive compensation package with performance-related components
Flexible working model with hybrid arrangements
Scope for influence in a dynamic, high-growth organization
Close-knit, professional leadership team with clear strategic objectives
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