Head of Accounting - PER, Private Equity Recruitment

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Head of Accounting - PER, Private Equity Recruitment, München

Client:

PER, Private Equity Recruitment

Location:

Munich, Germany

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

2

Posted:

18.05.2025

Expiry Date:

02.07.2025

Job Description:

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About our client

Our client is an aspiring producer of children's entertainment programs, committed to creating meaningful and engaging content. They are currently seeking a Head of Accounting to join their team and drive their exciting growth journey. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, creative organization and work with high-level stakeholders. The position is based in Munich, Germany.

What the job involves:

• Developing and executing financial strategies with the Management Board to drive sustainable growth
• Preparing monthly, semi-annual, and annual financial statements (HGB) and providing regular reporting to the Executive Board and supervisory bodies
• Responsible for accounting, cash flow, and liquidity
• Supporting the Executive Board with strategic planning and development
• Budget planning, forecasting, and analysis to support business decisions
• Preparing and comparing budgets with actual targets
• Identifying and mitigating financial risks
• Ensuring compliance with financial and tax laws, especially for a listed stock corporation
• Preparing structured financial reports for decision-making
• Improving financial processes and implementing digital tools
• Maintaining relationships with investors, analysts, and financial institutions
• Coordinating capital measures and the Annual General Meeting, including presenting at the AGM
• Communicating financial data and strategy to the board and stakeholders
• Implementing management information systems and KPI steering
• Supporting growth and buy-and-build strategies, including post-merger integration
• Managing cash, liquidity, working capital, and capital structure
• Ensuring compliance with publication obligations
• Supporting HR duties such as personnel search, selection, and management, employment contracts, target agreements, payroll, and motivation
• Serving as the primary contact for auditors, tax advisors, and investors

Who we are looking for:

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration or comparable qualification, ideally with focus on finance, controlling or accounting
• A few years of professional experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a similar role and ideally within the media or entertainment industry
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial accounting, controlling and management
• Advanced IT skills, especially in MS Office, Google, and DATEV
• Experience working with investors and supervisory bodies is helpful
• Solid analytical, strategic, and solution-oriented mindset
• Entrepreneurial thinking and behaviour
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• High flexibility and hands-on approach
• Strong communication, persuasiveness, and sense of responsibility
• Ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a collaborative and performance-driven work environment
• Fluency in written and spoken German and English

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