Finance Director (m/w/d)

JR Germany; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the print and packaging industry is seeking a Finance Director to oversee finance and accounting operations. This role involves strategic planning, compliance, and collaboration with various teams to drive profitability and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial leadership, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 10-12 years in financial leadership roles.
• Experience in cost accounting, financial planning, and compliance.

Aufgaben

• Oversee financial reporting for legal entities in scope.
• Lead Month-End Closing processes, ensuring accuracy.
• Provide financial insights for strategic decisions.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

MBA or Master's in Finance

Tools

SAP

Hyperion Financial Management

Jobbeschreibung

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As a global leader in the production of print consumables for the print and packaging industries, Flint Group is dedicated to surpassing the needs of printers and converters worldwide. Our teams focus on sustainable innovations and enhancing a circular economy in packaging.

Flint Group is committed to serving the needs of the global Flexible Packaging, Paper & Board, Narrow Web, Folding Carton, Publication and Offset printing industries – both conventional and digitally printed. Our teams diligently develop, manufacture and market a vast portfolio of printing consumables and equipment. We prioritise customer support through an unwavering commitment to developing innovative and sustainably focused products, ensuring exceptional service, and maintaining a secure supply chain.

The Finance Director will oversee end-to-end finance and accounting operations, strategic planning, and compliance within the designated region, aligning with Flint Group's global objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of the business and industry's financial dynamics, including cost structures, raw material fluctuations, and supply chain complexities. The position will collaborate closely with regional production, sales, and supply chain teams to drive profitability and operational efficiency.

• Oversee financial reporting for legal entities in scope (DACH, NL, Iberia).
• Prepare financial statements in compliance with IFRS/local GAAP (DACH).
• Lead Month-End Closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements.
• Lead annual budgets, forecasts, and financial performance KPIs for operations.
• Implement and monitor cost control initiatives, partnering with production managers on efficiency and waste reduction.
• Optimize working capital management to enhance cash flow efficiency.
• Provide financial insights for strategic decisions like pricing and new product investments.
• Collaborate with TAX and VAT teams to ensure tax compliance and optimize tax strategies.
• Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies and local regulations.
• Coordinate with auditors for regulatory compliance.
• Provide financial leadership to regional leadership, sales, and R&D teams.
• Lead finance-related projects to improve efficiency and financial performance.
• Participate in strategic initiatives like mergers and market expansion.
• Lead and mentor the regional finance team, fostering continuous improvement and financial excellence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive cost-efficiency initiatives across operations.

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or Master's in Finance is a plus.
• Proficiency with hands-on experience in Finance and Accounting.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10-12 years in financial leadership roles.
• Proven experience in cost accounting, financial planning, and compliance within a production-based business.
• Expertise in financial software and accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Hyperion Financial Management)
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.