Director Finance - Germany / Europe (m/f/x)

Job description

In this key position, you will be responsible for the financial function of the German subgroup and will also act as a functional sparring partner for the European companies. You will report directly to the management board and actively shape the financial management and further development of the company at national and European level. Your Responsibilities Strategic & operational responsibility Overall responsibility for accounting and controlling in the German subgroup Strategic management and further development of general ledger, accounts payable, credit management, and disciplinary management of controlling Further development of the finance organization Closing & reporting Ensuring the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (HGB) as well as consolidated financial statements Ensuring the timely preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements for European subsidiaries, including IC reconciliations and group reporting Ensuring the timely preparation of financial statements for German real estate companies Ensuring data quality and transparency as a basis for decision-making by management and the Group Planning, control & analysis Planning, implementation, and control of budgets, forecasts, and multi-year plans, including variance analyses Supporting management in the implementation and further development of control and key performance indicator systems Active business partner for management and specialist departments in economic matters Governance, processes & projects Responsibility for the implementation and further development of ICS, accounting and tax guidelines Responsibility for the Group's transfer pricing policy Responsibility for the liquidity and cash flow management of the German subgroup Management and implementation of finance projects (e.g., process optimization, system introductions) Support for M&A, integration, or restructuring projects (if relevant for the Group) Stakeholder Management Central contact person for auditors, tax advisors, banks, and Group management Responsibility for the further development of cooperation with Group management Representation of the finance function at the European level Your Profile Professional qualifications Degree in economics, ideally with a focus on accounting, finance, or controlling, or a comparable qualification Solid professional experience in group accounting, ideally supplemented by experience in auditing Confident knowledge of HGB (German Commercial Code) (individual and consolidated financial statements) Ideally, experience in working with international companies and corporate structures Leadership & personality Several years of leadership and management experience in a comparable role Strong hands-on mentality paired with strategic thinking Structured, independent, and solution-oriented approach to work High level of social competence, ability to work in a team, and strong communication skills—even when dealing with complex issues Assertiveness, decisiveness, and a high degree of responsibility Languages & IT Fluent written and spoken German and English Good knowledge of ERP systems (ideally Microsoft Business Central) and confident use of modern reporting and BI tools Your Benefits Be part of the progress - find your place in our unique WIP culture As part of the WIP crew you have the opportunity to connect at our events or just have fun Your closet benefits from our staff discounts Your future, our upgrade - we subsidize your company pension scheme by 100% Your well-being is important to us - we contribute to this with free beverages and sports programs