(Junior) Head of Finance, Small Listed Entertainment Company, Munich, Germany
About our client
Our client is a leading producer of children's entertainment programs, committed to creating meaningful and engaging content. They are currently seeking a Head of Finance to join their team and drive their exciting growth journey. In this role, the Head of Finance will oversee Accounting, Controlling, and Investor Relations, playing a key part in the company's financial strategy. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, creative organization. The position is based in Munich, Germany.
What the job involves
* Developing and executing financial strategies with the Management Board to drive sustainable growth
* Preparing of monthly, semi-annual, and annual financial statements (HGB) and providing regular reporting to the Executive Board and supervisory bodies
* Responsible for accounting, cash flow, and liquidity
* Supporting the Executive Board with strategic planning and development
* Conducting cost/benefit analyses
* Budget planning, forecasting, and analysis to support business decisions
* Preparing and comparing budgets with actual targets
* Identifying and mitigating financial risks
* Ensuring compliance with financial and tax laws, especially for a listed stock corporation
* Preparing structured financial reports for decision-making
* Improving financial processes and implementing digital tools
* Maintaining relationships with investors, analysts, and financial institutions
* Coordinating capital measures and the Annual General Meeting, including presenting at the AGM
* Communicating financial data and strategy to the board and stakeholders
* Implementing management information systems and KPI steering
* Supporting growth and buy-and-build strategies, including post-merger integration
* Managing cash, liquidity, working capital, and capital structure
* Leading financing processes
* Ensuring compliance with publication obligations
* Supporting HR duties such as personnel search, selection, and management, employment contracts, target agreements, payroll, and motivation
* Serving as the primary contact for various stakeholders such as auditors, tax advisors, and investors
Who we are looking for
* University degree in Finance, Business Administration or comparable qualification, ideally with focus on finance, controlling or accounting
* A few years of professional experience in auditing or finance, preferably in a similar role and ideally within the media or entertainment industry
* Comprehensive knowledge of financial accounting, controlling and management
* Expertise in valuing intangible assets
* Advanced IT skills, especially in MS Office, Google, and DATEV
* Experience working with investors and supervisory bodies
* Solid analytical, strategic, and solution-oriented mindset
* Entrepreneurial thinking and behaviour
* Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
* High flexibility and hands-on approach
* Strong communication, persuasiveness, and sense of responsibility
* Ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a collaborative and performance driven work environment
* Fluency in written and spoken German and English
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