We’re looking for a Senior Accounting Manager Germany (m/f/d) for our location in Düsseldorfstarting at the earliest possible opportunity.
What you’ll do
1. Lead the accounting and financial operations for the German legal entities, ensuring alignment with Group schedules, policies, and governance frameworks in close cooperation with the local team and Shared Service Centre
2. Oversee and execute month-end and year-end closings in accordance with Group reporting standards and corporate timetables
3. Ensure full compliance with IFRS and local statutory requirements (German GAAP), maintaining accuracy and consistency in financial data
4. Manage the preparation of statutory financial statements and coordinate annual audits for the main operational entities in Germany.
5. Oversee tax compliance for Germany (including VAT and corporate income tax), and act as primary contact for local tax advisors and audits
6. Partner with Controlling and other functions to provide financial analysis, insights, and operational support
7. Supervise and develop a local finance team of up to six professionals across two locations, fostering efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
8. Ensure accurate execution and documentation of annual inventory counts and asset controls
9. Contribute to finance-related projects such as mergers, demergers, asset transfers, and process optimization initiatives that support Metso’s overall business objectives
Who you are
10. A university degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
11. Profound experience in finance management, accounting, or controlling within a global business environment
12. Strong knowledge of local tax and statutory reporting requirements
13. Proven expertise in SAP ERP (S/4HANA) and a solid understanding of IT/reporting tools
14. Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to motivate and coach teams effectively
15. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
16. A proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative mindset with a commitment to meeting deadlines and driving results
17. Excellent communication skills and fluency in both English and German
What's in it for you
18. An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
19. Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
20. A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
21. Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
22. Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.