Brief Description
* Lead and develop the finance and accounting team of six colleagues based in two locations in Germany
* Manage and oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with HGB
* Set team priorities and ensure deadlines are met
* Work closely with two financial controllers overseeing financial operations in Germany and Austria
* Maintain strong financial controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous process improvement
Technical Requirements
* University degree in Finance, Accounting or related
* 10+ years of experience in finance and accounting in Germany
* At least 3 years of people management experience
* Excellent knowledge of the HGB
* Tax and basic insurance-related knowledge
* Excellent German and proficient English language skills (spoken and written)
Preferred Personal Skills
* Highly developed leadership skills
* Strong interpersonal and international teamworking skills
* Willingness to work in Kurita’s Mannheim office with flexible hybrid arrangements
* Highly organized
* Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines