Manager Accounting and Tax KBIO

Kedrion Biopharma GmbH; Gräfelfing; On-site; USD 102,762 - 148,435; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Permanent employment contract

Professional development opportunities

Collegial team environment

Job summary

Kedrion Biopharma GmbH is seeking a Finance Manager, Accounting and Tax (m/f/d) to lead our accounting processes at the Gräfelfing headquarters near Munich. You will manage monthly closings, ensure IFRS/HGB compliance, and drive internal controls in a multinational SME.

The role requires a Master’s in finance, 6–8 years' leadership experience, and strong SAP FI, SAP S/4HANA, and MS Office skills in German and English.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration with Finance specialization.
• 6–8 years in monthly financial closings, with leadership in international SME settings.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, taxation, and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in SAP FI and MS Office.
• Fluent German and English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting (HGB and IFRS), taxes, and transfer pricing documentation for the company and branches.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closings; manage tax filings using SAP S/4HANA.
• Supervise accounting team and ensure accurate reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and liquidity management.
• Analyze financial KPIs and prepare reports for management.
• Develop and optimize accounting controls and processes.
• Act as contact for external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and authorities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

SAP FI

MS Office

German language

English language

Analytical thinking

Leadership experience

Education

Master's in Finance/Business Administration

Certified Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) or Auditor preferred

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Kedrion Biopharma GmbH is a pharmaceutical wholesaler distributing blood plasma derived medicines for treating conditions such as immunodeficiencies, as well as passive vaccines for infection prevention, throughout Europe. Kedrion Biopharma GmbH is a company with a long history of growth that has steadily expanded its influence in the plasma processing industry. We operate subsidiaries in Austria, Poland, and Portugal. Our parent company, Kedrion S.p.A., ranks among the top five global providers of blood plasma products. To strengthen our finance team at our corporate headquarters in Gräfelfing (near Munich), we are seeking to recruit a Finance Manager, Accounting and Tax (m/f/d) as soon as possible.

For this key role, we are looking for an experienced manager who takes initiative, makes sound decisions, and possesses extensive expertise in finance and accounting. You will manage our accounting processes, continuously develop internal control systems, ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for management regarding strategic and financial matters. Furthermore, you will provide operational cover for finance team members when necessary and actively participate in day-to-day operations. This includes independently executing postings in the SAP system and performing other accounting tasks to ensure the smooth operation of financial processes.

Your responsibilities

• Responsibility for accounting (HGB and IFRS standards), taxes, and transfer pricing documentation for the company and its branches
• Active participation in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings as well as tax filings using SAP S/4 HANA
• Leadership and supervision of the accounting team
• Support with budgeting, forecasting, and liquidity management
• Analysis of financial KPIs and preparation of meaningful, transparent reports for management
• Implementation of corporate finance strategies, procedures, and tools, taking local corporate culture and practices into account
• Optimization and further development of accounting and control processes
• Point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and tax authorities
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements

Your profile

• Master’s degree in business administration with a specialization in Finance; additional qualification as a Certified Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) or Auditor is preferred
• 6–8 years of professional experience in monthly financial closing processes, preferably in a leadership role within the finance department of an SME operating internationally
• Strong knowledge of accounting, taxation, and financial reporting standards
• Proficiency in SAP FI and MS Office
• Analytical mindset, methodical approach, and strong numerical aptitude
• Responsible, reliable, and loyal, with strong communication, team building, and collaborative skills
• Strong "hands‑on" mentality and a proactive, ownership‑driven approach
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills

We offer

• Key responsibilities and autonomy within a successful, growing company that is part of a leading group in the blood plasma industry
• Flexible working hours and a permanent employment contract
• A collegial working atmosphere within a highly motivated team
• Opportunities for professional development

Are you interested? Then please apply now. We look forward to hearing from you. For further questions, please contact Ms. Katharina Seifart, HR Specialist, Tel. [phone] Kedrion Biopharma GmbH - Bahnhofstr. 96 - 82166 Gräfelfing (near Munich)