Director Finance (f/m/d) Shared Services

THALES

Stuttgart, Germany
Hybrid
Lead finance shared services teams
Oversee statutory and management accounting
Ensure compliance with ifrs and local gaap
You will lead a high-performing team responsible for the full spectrum of finance and tax operations while reporting directly to the CFO

Job Summary

  • You will lead a high-performing team responsible for the full spectrum of finance and tax operations while reporting directly to the CFO.
  • The role requires overseeing statutory and management accounting to ensure strict compliance with IFRS, local GAAP, and tax regulations.
  • You will act as a key partner to executive committee members, proactively supporting decision-making and championing continuous improvement.

Matching Summary

You will lead a high-performing team responsible for the full spectrum of finance and tax operations while reporting directly to the CFO.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead Finance Shared Services teams
  • Oversee statutory and management accounting
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS and local GAAP
  • Coordinate internal and external audits
  • Manage public pricing regulations VO PR 30/53

Nice-to-have

  • Champion automation and digital transformation
  • Foster collaboration across global business units
  • Implement strategic workforce planning
  • Drive process harmonization initiatives
  • Demonstrate entrepreneurial mindset

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Finance and Controlling
  • Minimum 5 years in finance leadership role
  • Certified Public Accountant or Tax Advisor certification desirable
  • Fluent in German and English
  • Advanced proficiency in SAP and BI tools

Work Rights

Not specified

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