Deputy CFO & Financial Controller Germany (m/f/d)

Financial Management & Reporting Direct and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and tax accounting. Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Manage statutory reporting and compliance with relevant accounting standards.

Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes. Monitor financial performance and provide analysis to executive management. Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic financial forecasting. Analyze variances between actual and budgeted performance. Develop financial models to support business planning and investment decisions.

Provide financial insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency. Internal Controls & Compliance Design, implement, and maintain effective internal control systems. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and company policies. Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities.

Oversee risk management processes relating to financial operations. Cash Flow & Treasury Management Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital requirements. Optimize treasury operations and banking relationships. Support capital management and financing activities. Ensure effective management of financial risks.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead, mentor, and develop finance and accounting personnel. Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic initiatives. Present financial results and recommendations to senior management and the board. Support mergers, acquisitions, system implementations, and business transformation projects as required.

Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field Several years of professional experience in financial controlling, financial analysis, or a similar role Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Fluent English and German skills (written and spoken); Spanish skills are an advantage Strong proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel; experience with ERP/financial systems is preferred Flexitime without core working time 30 days holiday Good work-life balance due to mobile working Workation Individual support with regular further training programmes Working in international teams Possibility to use Jobrad, Wellpass, Deutschlandticket, Edenred City Card, corporate benefits