Director (m/f/d) Finance at Kardex
The Kardex Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of dynamic storage, retrieval and distribution systems. Our more than 3,000 employees worldwide develop and manufacture logistics solutions used in many different sectors such as industrial manufacturing, retail and administration.
Why you will love this role
* Shape and lead our Finance function within the German Sales Organization.
* Influence business strategy by steering key KPIs.
* Be instrumental in Kardex’s success and growth story.
Responsibilities
* Support the Managing Director and Management Team in executing the business plan “Doubling the business by 2030.”
* Lead the implementation of SAP S/4 as a pilot in the German Sales Organization and drive change and project management initiatives, including process improvements and digitalization.
* Lead and develop directly a Business Controller and indirectly an SSC Accounting team, fostering collaboration and high performance.
* Act as a business partner to local and regional stakeholders, delivering financial insights for decision‑making.
* Oversee financial reporting to the division/group, statutory and tax compliance, and financial accounting activities.
* Drive business and financial planning, budgeting, and analytics using SAP and BI tools.
Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in finance, controlling, accounting, or business administration required; Master’s degree preferred.
* Professional certifications (CIMA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) highly valued.
* Expertise in SAP ECC (FI/CO) or SAP S/4 R2R stream and COGNOS and Power BI.
* Profound experience in finance and accounting, including leadership roles within a sales organization.
* Strong knowledge of financial reporting, planning, and German statutory requirements.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Fluency in English and German to communicate professionally on all hierarchical levels.
Leadership Responsibilities
* Performance Management – driving accountability and results through feedback and coaching.
* Intent‑Based Leadership – empowering teams to fully engage and deliver their best.
* Cultural Diversity – building strong, collaborative, and diverse global teams.
* Strategic Agility & Vision – anticipating trends and aligning business priorities.
* Innovative Thinking – fostering fresh ideas and continuous improvement.
* Business Results Orientation – understanding customers, markets, and competition.
Benefits
* Long‑term prospects: A secure job in a fast‑growing, international company with exciting development opportunities and interesting and varied tasks in a future‑oriented environment.
* Valuable support: Great team spirit, elaborate onboarding and a wide range of training opportunities in our own academy at the Bellheim site as well as an Employee Assistance Program (Lyra).
* Tangible added value: Flexible working hours, annual vacation on behalf of the respective country regulations.
* Visible benefits: Attractive salary, company pension plan and capital‑forming benefits – depending on location.
* Attractive extras: Corporate benefits, company and team events.
Ready to join? Apply now and start your journey with us! If you’re a visionary leader who thrives on building, leading, and delivering results at scale – we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your application with a possible start date via our career page. For any questions contact Veronika Wieland‑Kolumban by phone +49 (8283) 999216.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Finance and Accounting / Auditing
Industries
Automation machinery manufacturing, warehousing and storage, transportation, logistics, supply chain and storage
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