Head of Finance Europe (m/f/d)

As Head of Finance Europe, you are responsible for the financial leadership and operational steering of the European organization. You will act as a key business partner to the European management team while serving as the main interface to the Group and shareholders in the United States.

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Leadership & Organizational Responsibility

• Lead the functions Finance/Controlling, Supply Chain Management (SCM), and IT

• Manage and develop an international, cross-country team across multiple European locations

• Drive talent development and promote a high performance, collaborative culture

Financial Management & Controlling

• Oversee and support the monthly financial closings in accordance with HGB and US GAAP

• Own the annual budget process and rolling forecast cycles

• Prepare and deliver regular management and financial reports to shareholders in the US

• Work closely with Group Controlling in the US to ensure alignment and transparency

Compliance & External Stakeholders

• Ensure full compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and legal requirements

• Act as primary contact for external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners

Processes & Business Performance

• Continuously optimize and further develop financial and operational processes

• Advance and professionalize sales controlling to support commercial decision making

• Serve as a strategic business partner to Sales, Marketing, and Human Resources, providing financial insights to support growth and efficiency

Qualifikation

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

• Several years of experience in a senior finance leadership role within an international environment

• Strong knowledge of HGB and US GAAP

• Strong knowledge of ERP-systems

• Proven experience leading international teams and cross‑functional areas

• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Fluent in German and English or another European language is an advantage

Benefits

• A responsible role with a high level of autonomy and room to shape and develop the position

• Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processesIndividual development and career advancement opportunities

• Flexible working hours and the option for mobile work (one day per week)

• 32 days of annual leave

• Attractive additional benefits, such as a company pension scheme, job ticket or underground parking space, subsidized lunch, and employee discounts