CareerPlan

Head of European Accounting (Hub) (m/f/d) - Bexbach | Full-time

Bexbach, SAARLANDFull-time2026-09-21 → 2026-10-07

Core

Lead the realignment and modernization of the European accounting function across German, Swiss, and Norwegian operations, including financial reporting, system upgrades, and team building.

Role type

Senior functional leader, Head of European Accounting

Builds

European accounting organization, financial reporting systems, and high-performing accounting teams

Domain

Finance, Accounting, ERP

Required skills

International accounting leadership, multi-entity management, HGB and IFRS expertise, operational accounting, ERP implementation, team building and coaching

Preferred skills

Certified public accountant (Wirtschaftsprüfer) or tax advisor qualification, transformation project experience, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience

Technologies

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Responsibilities

Prepare standalone financial statements under HGB/OR and IFRS, ensure accurate monthly/quarterly/annual closings, manage external accounting service providers for Norway, oversee accounting treatment of UK assets classified as Held for Sale, act as key contact for auditors and tax advisors, develop internal control systems, lead annual budgeting and planning, serve as business partner on financial matters, lead Dynamics 365 Business Central upgrade, build and develop a high-performing accounting team

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities