Areas of Responsibility:
* Lead the General Ledger team, including Group Accounting functions, across the EMEA region
* Oversee and coordinate the preparation of individual financial statements for month-end and year-end close for EMEA entities in compliance with IFRS and HGB standards
* Liaise with financial auditors to ensure accuracy and completeness
* Drive optimization of internal finance processes and improve interfaces between the Finance Department and other departments
* Support and lead various accounting projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance requirements
* Coordinate and manage group reporting and consolidation processes for the preparation of consolidated financial statements according to IFRS and HGB for EMEA entities
* Analyze, interpret, and reconcile financial statements and General Ledger accounts to maintain high standards of quality and accuracy in accounting
* Serve as the accounting business partner across the organization, advising on the appropriate accounting treatment for new business initiatives
* Coordinate and support external audits, including half-year and year-end financial statements
* Manage ad-hoc financial reporting requests based on management’s needs
Profile of Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, or a related field, or a comparable qualification
* Extensive knowledge of accounting standards under HGB and IFRS
* Strong technical and managerial experience in finance, with a proven track record of leading teams
* Hands-on experience with the standardization and digitization of General Ledger processes
* Solid project management skills, with experience in leading international and interdisciplinary projects
* Proficiency in SAP and other relevant accounting software
* A proactive attitude towards continuous improvement, with strong analytical and structured thinking
* High level of independence, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining quality standards
* Fluency in both German and English, with the ability to work effectively in an international team
Additional Information:
This position offers flexibility, including the option to work remotely.