Team Leader – Finance (m/f/d)

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Team Leader – Finance (m/f/d) to oversee our core financial operations in Eschborn. In this high-impact role, you will lead the Finance team, drive operational excellence across Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, and serve as a key partner to senior management by ensuring precise financial reporting, cash flow optimization, and strong banking relations.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Strategic Leadership & Team Development 

• Set clear vision and goals for the Finance team in alignment with corporate strategy.
• Mentor, train, and develop team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee departmental budgets, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Drive change management and continuous process optimization.

 
Accounts Receivable Management 

• Oversee daily incoming payment processing, ledger balancing, and account reconciliations.
• Manage credit exposure, long-term receivables, and structured collection activities.
• Supervise SAP customer master data governance and approval workflows.

Accounts Payable Operations 

• Direct daily outgoing payment planning in line with company liquidity.
• Guarantee accurate, timely processing of supplier invoices and disbursements.
• Ensure strict SAP vendor registration procedures and compliance standards.

 Financial & Regulatory Reporting 

• Prepare and present daily fund reports directly to the CFO.
• Deliver monthly HQ financial reporting (balances, credit limits, cash flow).
• Oversee mandatory regulatory filings, including Z4 reports to the Deutsche Bundesbank.

Cash & Liquidity Support 

• Support liquidity planning, FX monitoring, and bank connectivity platforms (e.g., SWIFT SCORE).

Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) Management

•  ICFR control framework oversight 
• Finance process documentation and evidence management

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the financial sector, with proven experience in a leadership or managerial role.

Technical Skills:

• Solid hands-on experience with SAP (payment entries, approvals, master data) and online banking tools/SWIFT systems.
• Deep understanding of AR/AP, cash/liquidity management, and global money markets.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements in Germany (e.g., Z4 reporting).

Core Competencies:

• Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving, and planning & organizing skills.
• Strong market understanding and a business-focused approach to decision-making.

Languages: Excellent communication skills in English (company language); German or other additional foreign language skills are a strong plus.