Location:
Wiehl in Germany or Horndean in UK
Department:
Finance and accounting
Reporting line:
Management
Remuneration range:
€60k-90k
Become part of FS Animal Health
To strengthen our finance team, we are looking for a committed and reliable personality with a strong understanding of numbers and an international mindset.
Your Tasks:
1. Financial Planning & Analysis
* Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts for all four country entities
* Consolidate financial data across countries for group-level reporting
* Perform variance analysis and provide insights to management
* Monitor key financial KPIs and trends across markets
* Support strategic decision-making with financial modelling and scenario planning
2. Reporting & Compliance
* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with local GAAP and group standards
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements in each country (e.g., HGB in Germany, FRS in UK, PCG in France)
* Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors in each jurisdiction
* Maintain documentation for intercompany transactions and transfer pricing policies
* Support regulatory filings and tax declarations across countries
3. Accounting Oversight
* Supervise and support local accounting teams or external service providers
* Ensure accurate and timely month-end closings for each entity
* Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
* Monitor intercompany balances and ensure proper elimination in group consolidation
* Oversee fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules
4. Treasury & Cash Management
* Monitor cash flow and liquidity across all entities
* Manage intercompany funding and cash pooling arrangements
* Coordinate foreign currency transactions and hedging strategies
* Liaise with banks and financial institutions in different countries
5. ERP & Systems Management
* Oversee the use and integration of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central across countries
* Ensure consistency in chart of accounts, cost centers, and reporting structures
* Drive automation and digitalization of finance processes using AI-supported tools
* Train and support finance teams in system usage and upgrades
6. Cross-Border Collaboration
* Act as the key finance contact for international coordination between Germany, UK, France, and the fourth country
* Facilitate regular communication and alignment with country managers and finance teams
* Support group-wide initiatives such as cost optimization, pricing strategies, and investment planning
* Ensure cultural and regulatory nuances are considered in financial decisions
7. Strategic Projects
* Lead or support M&A activities, including financial due diligence and integration
* Participate in strategic planning and business reviews
* Implement best practices in financial governance and internal controls
* Contribute to ESG reporting and sustainability initiatives, if applicable
Your profile:
* Completed commercial training with a focus on accounting or comparable qualification
* Several years of professional experience in financial accounting
* Very good written and spoken English and German skills (for international communication)
* Confident handling of
Business Central
or comparable ERP systems
* Interest in digital solutions and openness to new technologies
* Structured, careful and independent way of working
* Ability to work in a team, discretion and sense of responsibility
We offer:
* An international working environment with plenty of room for initiative
* Collegial team and open corporate culture
* Flexible working hours
* Further training opportunities and development prospects
* Attractive remuneration and social benefits
* Active participation in the
digitization and automation
of financial processes
Interested?
Then we look forward to receiving your application Please send your documents to by 26 September 2025