Head of Finance – Private Equity

Options Group

Head of Finance overseeing accounting, controlling, reporting, and treasury for German entities. Supporting strategic transformation and global expansion at a PE-backed industrial technology group.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeBonn • 🇩🇪 GermanyLead💰 €90,000 - €130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in financial accounting, controlling, and reporting within an international group structure, with a strong focus on German GAAP and IFRS compliance. Proficient in managing financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis, while effectively collaborating with international finance teams.

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Financial AccountingGerman GAAP (HGB)Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralFinancial ReportingInternational Group Structure

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Hard Skills

Financial ControllingMonth-End ClosingQuarter-End ClosingYear-End ClosingBudgetingForecastingCash Flow AnalysisConsolidationTax ComplianceStatutory Compliance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsPragmatic Approach

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in FinanceDegree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

International OperationsManufacturingDistributionBig 4 Transaction ServicesAudit

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all finance activities for the German operations within a multi-entity international group structure
Take full ownership of financial accounting, controlling, and reporting for German entities
Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes under HGB, aligned with group-level IFRS requirements
Prepare and coordinate reporting packages and consolidation inputs
Deliver monthly management reporting, including margin, working capital, and cash flow analysis
Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
Coordinate closely with international finance teams across Europe, the United States, and Asia-Pacific
Own the finance perspective of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP, including process and control optimization
Oversee treasury, liquidity management, banking relationships, and tax, VAT, and statutory compliance
Act as the primary finance counterpart in Germany and interface with the Group CFO and international management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Additional professional qualification is advantageous
9+ years of relevant experience in international industrial, manufacturing, or distribution environments or consultancy, such as Big 4 Transaction Services and Audit
Strong expertise in German GAAP (HGB), financial reporting, and consolidation of multiple legal entities
Experience operating within an international group structure and reporting at senior level
Solid background across accounting and controlling disciplines
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is highly desirable
Fluent in German and professionally proficient in English
Hands-on, pragmatic approach with strong analytical and communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Key finance leadership position within a growing international group
Direct exposure to executive management and strategic decision-making
Opportunity to contribute to the international growth