Head of Finance (f/m/d)

Endress+Hauser; Karlsruhe; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global leader in measurement instrumentation is seeking a Head of Finance for their Karlsruhe office. This role involves overseeing financial accounting and operational controlling while leading a small team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Finance or Business Administration, several years of relevant experience, and the ability to communicate confidently in German and English. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of the finance department within a family-owned brand known for innovation and employee development.

Leistungen

Business bike leasing

Annual pass for Karlsruhe Zoo

Company pension scheme

Qualifikationen

• Several years of experience in Finance or Controlling in a growth-oriented environment.
• Initial to several years of leadership experience.
• Fluent in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Contribute to financial accounting, coordinating the team and external service providers.
• Manage operational controlling including budget planning and profitability analyses.
• Prepare financial KPIs and decision-making documents.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Financial accounting

Operational controlling

Budget planning

Communication

Understanding of accounting standards (HGB, IFRS)

Ausbildung

Degree in Finance or Business Administration

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

At Endress+Hauser, progress happens by working together. As the global leader in measurement instrumentation, our over 17.000 employees shape the future in the field of process automation. Whether developing and realizing new technology as a team, collaborating to build instrumentation, or strengthening vital relationships with countless global industries, we work to create trusted relationships that help everyone thrive. As a family-owned company, we look beyond short-term moves and work to create a vision that is forward-thinking for our people, our clients, and the world at large.

Our subsidiary, CodeWrights, specializes in the development of innovative software solutions for process and industrial automation. As a reliable partner in our customers\' value chain, CodeWrights develops customized software products and solutions in an international environment.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for you as Head of Finance. In this role, you will take full responsibility for all finance and controlling matters. You will lead a small team, work hands‑on yourself, and act as the main point of contact for management, tax advisors, and external partners. The position is intentionally designed to be hands‑on while also offering room for shaping the future and providing a clear development perspective (including procuration). The position is located at CodeWrights in Karlsruhe.

Responsibilities

• You actively contribute to financial accounting and take responsibility for coordinating the team and external service providers.
• You take charge of operational controlling, including budget planning, forecasts, and profitability analyses.
• You prepare financial KPIs and decision-making documents for the management team.
• You support financial closings and handle commercial inquiries.
• You continuously develop finance structures and processes.
• You provide professional leadership to a small team.
• You play an active role in shaping the strategic direction of the company as part of our management team (together with colleagues from Sales, Portfolio, People & Culture, Technology, and the Executive Management).
• You work closely with the Group Controlling team of Endress+Hauser.

Qualifications

• You have a completed degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a comparable field.
• You bring several years of professional experience in Finance or Controlling, ideally in a mid-sized or growth-oriented environment.
• You already have initial to several years of leadership experience.
• You have a strong understanding of operational finance processes and business‑management relationships.
• You work in a structured, pragmatic way and have a strong hands‑on mentality.
• You communicate confidently and convincingly, both with management and external partners.
• You are familiar with the relevant accounting standards (HGB, ideally also IFRS).
• You speak German and English fluently, enabling you to work professionally in both languages.

What can you expect from us?

• Room for impact: In this role, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution by bringing in your ideas, taking ownership, and actively shaping the future of CodeWrights.
• Development opportunities: Within our group, you will find many opportunities for medium- and long-term development. One clear perspective: you will become a procuration holder (Prokurist).
• Brand-new office: Since August 2025, we’ve been based in our new office directly at Karlsruhe Main Station – with excellent public transport connections, free underground parking, and bicycle storage. You can expect state-of-the-art workspaces, innovative technology, and a work environment as fresh as our daily fruit. Everything new – for maximum productivity and good vibes.
• Lifelong learning: Your personal and professional development matters to us. With diverse training opportunities, internal knowledge sharing, e-learning, and mentoring, we support your growth.
• Attractive benefits: Alongside a business bike leasing option, we offer an annual pass for the Karlsruhe Zoo, access to a corporate benefits platform, a company pension scheme, and participation in company success.
• Fair compensation: Your salary is based on benchmarks and your capabilities—not your negotiation skills—ensuring your performance is recognized fairly and competitively in line with mid-sized companies in Karlsruhe.

How do you apply?

To apply we kindly ask you to upload your documents on Endress+Hauser career page. Applications sent to us by E-Mail cannot unfortunately be considered due to Data Privacy considerations.

*Agencies, HR service providers, or similar entities are kindly requested to refrain from unsolicited submission of profiles and inquiries regarding potential collaboration. Currently, we do not engage with external service providers for this role. Any unsolicited applications of this kind will be disregarded and deleted without further consideration. We appreciate your understanding.

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