Fachbereichsleitung (m/w/d) Finanzen
Core
Lead the Finance department of a mid-sized German municipality, managing budgeting, accounting, tax collection, and financial planning to support sustainable city development.
Role type
Senior department head (Finance)
Builds
Municipal financial systems, budget plans, and fiscal strategies
Domain
Public sector / Municipal finance
Required skills
Public administration, municipal finance, budgeting, tax law, financial planning, strategic leadership, team management, financial reporting, cash flow management, debt collection
Preferred skills
Experience in municipal administration, strategic thinking, change management
Technologies
SAP, Excel, financial software
Responsibilities
Lead the Finance department including budgeting, accounting, tax, and reporting teams; Advise the mayor and administration on financial matters; Develop and execute the municipal budget and liquidity plans; Implement financial consolidation measures; Prepare financial reports and forecasts; Manage tax assessment and collection; Oversee accounts receivable and enforcement; Optimize financial processes; Lead audits and coordinate with tax authorities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC