Head of Finance SWARCO ITS Division - m/f/d

Job Description

• Lead, develop, and manage the ITS Finance team with full functional and disciplinary responsibility
• Work closely with the CFO and provide the Executive Board with clear, data-driven financial insights and strategic recommendations
• Develop and implement the finance strategy in line with the company's overall objectives and growth plans
• Own the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes to enable accurate, data-driven decision-making
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic business planning
• Drive initiatives to optimize capital allocation, improve cash flow, and increase profitability
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements (IFRS, local GAAP, etc.)
• Oversee internal controls, corporate governance, and audit readiness
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance
• Identify and mitigate financial risks while ensuring adherence to financial policies, tax regulations, and industry standards
• Evaluate investment opportunities, including business cases, capital expenditure (CAPEX), acquisitions, and divestments
• Support ESG and sustainability reporting initiatives
• Continuously improve finance processes, data quality, and business intelligence transparency while driving automation and digitalization across the finance function

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of relevant professional experience in an international business environment
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing finance teams
• Strong expertise in budgeting, long-term financial planning, investment controlling, group reporting, and taxation
• Experience in developing and implementing finance strategies aligned with corporate objectives
• Demonstrated ability to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to senior management and to act as a trusted partner for internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent written and spoken German and English
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to think holistically and across functions
• Entrepreneurial mindset combined with strategic thinking, a high level of accountability, and strong business acumen
• Proactive, independent, and detail-oriented working style with a hands-on mentality, strong drive for continuous improvement, and the ability to quickly understand complex business environments

Additional Information

• Attractive salary: depending on experience; development opportunities within the SWARCO Group 
• Work-Life-Balance: flexible working hours, home office and additional vacation days 
• Training and development: comprehensive onboarding program as well as various offers over the SWARCO Academy, individual trainings and job rotation possibility worldwide  
• Mobility: free parking, good accessibility by public transport, electric cars for private use and bike leasing 
• Internationality: collegial and multicultural environment with varied tasks in a successful group with family DNA 
• Health & fitness: on-site massage and sports facilities as well as a well-equipped, ergonomic workplace in a modern office building 
• Social responsibility: we live sustainability, find more information here
• Food & drink: meal allowance, use of a canteen, fruit, snacks, and various drinks for free 
• Company events: Christmas party, company runs and much more 
• Further benefits: with partner companies and sport events, recommendation program and appreciative gifts on special occasions

We offer a very attractive and performance-related salary, which is based on your qualifications and professional experience. This is significantly above the collective agreement for employees and apprentices in commercial enterprises.

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