Head of Accounting

About This Role

Leading and developing the accounting function for an internationally structured company is the core of this key role. The Head of Accounting will be responsible for consolidation, IFRS reporting, and the optimization of finance-related processes, actively shaping the further development of the finance organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounting department
• Be responsible for consolidated financial statements and international reporting according to IFRS
• Manage consolidation and closing processes
• Be the contact person for auditors and external stakeholders
• Ensure and further develop accounting policies and standards
• Optimize, digitize, and automate financial processes
• Collaborate closely with controlling, finance, and other business units
• Support complex accounting and valuation issues
• Participate in ERP and finance system projects

Requirements

• Successfully completed degree with a focus on Finance, Accounting, or comparable field
• Several years of leadership experience in an accounting environment
• Very good knowledge of IFRS and group consolidation
• Experience with international corporate structures
• Proficient in ERP and consolidation systems
• Hands-on mentality combined with strategic thinking
• Very good German and English language skills

Benefits

• Leadership role with high visibility within the organization
• International collaboration and exciting development opportunities
• Scope for shaping processes, structures, and systems
• Modern and professional work environment
• Flexible working models and attractive additional benefits
• Attractive compensation package including bonus

Important Details

• Work format: hybrid

About the Company

This company is an internationally structured organization.