Finance and Accounting Manager (m/f/d)

JAC Recruitment; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

JAC Recruitment is seeking a Finance & Accounting Manager in Düsseldorf. You will lead financial reporting, budgeting, and payroll across 18 countries, collaborating with HQ in Japan and senior management to drive accuracy and efficiency.

Candidates should have 10+ years in finance, strong German and English, and experience with SAP and IFRS. CPA/ACCA is preferred; multi-country European experience is essential.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years finance/accounting experience with leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of local GAAP, tax and IFRS guidelines.
• Experience managing multi-country finance operations in Europe.
• Fluent German and English; Japanese a plus.

Aufgaben

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting to local GAAP and group.
• Coordinate audits and liaise with auditors and tax advisors.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Oversee payroll accounting across multiple entities and countries.
• Develop, mentor, and manage a five-person finance team.
• Drive process improvements and automation in finance.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

English language

German language

Ausbildung

Degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA/ACCA preferred

Tools

SAP

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

*Applicants must have a valid working permit in Germany or European Union*

Overview

A family-run Japanese company with more than 200 years of history is looking for a Finance & Accounting Manager (m/f/d) in Düsseldorf.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting according to local GAAP and group requirements
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports and country P&L statements to our HQ in Japan
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes
• Oversee accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, fixed assets, and payroll accounting
• Ensure compliance with local tax, legal, and regulatory requirements across all entities
• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors and tax advisors
• Oversee accurate and timely payroll execution across 18 countries in collaboration with local providers
• Lead, develop, and mentor a finance team of 5 employees
• Drive process improvements, automation, and finance-related projects
• Partner closely with senior management and operational departments on financial topics

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA preferred
• Minimum 10 years of finance/accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of local GAAP, tax regulations, HGB, and IFRS
• Experience managing multi-country finance operations within Europe
• Solid understanding of international payroll processes
• Experience in international organizations and HQ-structures
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Fluency in both German and English is required; Japanese is a plus
• SAP and advanced MS Excel skills preferred

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