Director, Finance, Germany
$138,000–$172,500 year
HybridMunchen, Bavaria, Federal Republic of Germany
Job Summary
Lead the senior finance function for the Germany affiliate, serving as the strategic partner to the Country Manager and local leadership team. Manage regional shared service operations including General Ledger, Procure to Pay, VAT, and month-end close coordination with European teams. Drive financial planning by preparing annual budgets, three-year operating plans, and cash-flow forecasts while challenging business assumptions and supporting scenario planning. Partner with Commercial, Medical, and Market Access functions to evaluate business cases, validate gross-to-net assumptions, and provide objective financial recommendations for investment decisions. Ensure statutory compliance by coordinating local financial statements, tax filings, and audit readiness while monitoring evolving regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership responsibilities in a multinational environment
- Strong experience in FP&A, business partnering, statutory reporting, governance and internal controls
Desired Qualifications
- professional accounting qualification preferred
- Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or other regulated industries preferred
- Experience operating within a regional shared services finance model is highly desirable
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Hands-on, analytical and proactive approach with the ability to operate successfully in a dynamic, fast-paced commercial environment
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