We are looking for a Leader Finance (d/f/m) for our Plant in Lahr to support the business by managing financial operations, developing strategic financial plans, and ensuring the financial health of the organization. This role involves taking a proactive approach in the development and maintenance of robust financial systems and fostering a culture of financial excellence. Your responsibilities: Planning: Conduct annual planning of investments, costs, services, and tariffs in alignment with corporate goals and developed measures Standard Costs: Determine workstation rates and calculate standard costs per item, including reconciling standard cost developments from the current to the new financial year Forecasting: Prepare monthly forecasts for plant results, inventories, and capital expenditures (Capex) Financial Closing: Ensure accurate execution of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the plant Controlling and Accounting: Oversee controlling, accounting, time wage recording, REFA time studies, and technical change management Variance Analysis: Create and process variance analyses to identify and address discrepancies Profitability Calculations: Prepare profitability calculations and make-or-buy analyses to support decision-making Project Management: Manage project controlling for the investment portfolio, focusing on project evaluation, investment calculations, and ensuring compliance with approved budgets and milestones Inventory Management: Organize and implement the annual inventory at the company and liaise with auditors. Your profile: Educational Background: Degree in Economics, Business Administration with a focus on controlling or an equivalent qualification. Professional Experience: Extensive experience in controlling, ideally in a managerial capacity. Leadership Experience: Proven track record in a leadership position with the ability to actively shape and drive the role. Process and Technical Expertise: In-depth understanding of processes along the value chain and strong technical acumen. Financial Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, and financial planning. SAP Financial Planning and Analysis: Experienced in working with SAP FP&A. Communication Skills: Exceptional communication abilities, enabling effective partnership with business stakeholders Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities and a structured approach to problem-solving. Interpersonal Skills: Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams Language Skills: Fluent in both German and English. We offer: Flexible working time model Comprehensive health management with attractive offers e.g. Bike-leasing, Health Cashback, Hansefit Use of our wide-ranged employee offers (discounts travel, fashion, media, mobile phone etc.) Diversity & Inclusion: all people have the same opportunities and are individually supported A highly motivated, appreciative and international team that inspires you to learn from Interested? Then we are looking forward to your application. For queries and further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. GROHE AG Miriam Stollmann Feldmühleplatz 15 40545 Düsseldorf Apply online Are we on the same wavelength? Click here to find out.