Edmund Optics` state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities combined with its global distribution network has earned it the position as being one of the largest supplier of off-the-shelf optical components and a trusted partner when it comes to customized solutions. Supporting numerous markets around the globe, including advanced diagnostics, semiconductor & electronics, machine vision, automation, and R&D; Edmund Optics products are used in a variety of applications ranging from DNA sequencing to retinal eye scanning to high-speed factory automation. Edmund Optics Europe, a US owned-group consisting of Edmund Optics subsidiaries in Germany, UK, Netherlands and France, is responsible for sales, marketing, distribution, engineering and application support for a wide product range throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa. To accelerate our success and growth within the European Market, Edmund Optics GmbH is looking for a Finance Manager EMEA (f/m/d) Essential Functions: Analyze financial data and trends to support the business in decision-making Monitor the financial performance of the business, help set KPIs and develop measures to improve efficiency and profitability As part of the annual planning, determine the budgets together with the business over the course of the year review them regularly and, if necessary, take countermeasures Analyze cost structures, identify opportunities to reduce costs or increase efficiency and work to improve financial processes and systems together with the business Develop long-term business strategies and prepare the relevant input from the finance side Regularly prepare financial reports and presentations to management to communicate financial position and progress in implementing strategies Manage accounting tasks such as general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, cost accounting Oversee payment processing for Germany and France Lead cooperation with external tax advisors in 4 European countries (Germany, France, etc.) leased company cars, facility management) Assist with local insurance policies while liaising with Corporate Serve as main contact for financial, tax, customs, and social security authorities in local matters Intermediate User of SAP ECC6 (current), S4HANA (future) Provide professional support and counsel to other European locations Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Degree in business administration with a focus on finance and tax law or qualification as a certified accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) Min. 10 years of experience in accounting, controlling, ideally in an international operating company Solid knowledge of accounting standards according to HGB and US GAAP, ideally, experience with accounting processes in other European countries Strong proficiency in SAP and MS Office, particularly Excel Analytical thinking skills and a structured, detail-oriented work approach Fluent in German and English; additional language skills are an advantage What we offer: Edmund Optics provides a range of employee benefits alongside the salary package including: Company pension scheme Group accident insurance Mobile working opportunity Extensive training and development offer Subsidized gym membership Jobbike Company events ...and a lot more!