Financial Operations Manager

About Gerresheimer AG

Gerresheimer AG is a global partner for the pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, and cosmetics industries, offering a wide range of products for pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging, as well as drug delivery devices. The company is an innovative solution provider from concept to delivery of the final product. Gerresheimer achieves its ambitious goals through a high level of innovation, industrial competence, and a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction. With a comprehensive international network of innovation and production centers in Europe, America, and Asia, Gerresheimer develops and manufactures innovative and sustainable solutions. The company produces globally with around 12,000 employees close to its customers and generates a turnover of around €2 billion in the 2023 financial year. Gerresheimer plays a crucial role in the health and well-being of people with its products and solutions.

Job Description

We are looking for a Team Lead Finance & Accounting (m/w/d) at our production site in Bünde.

In this role, you will ensure the smooth operation of the finance and accounting department, work in the operational business, among other things, in the area of accounts payable and accounts receivable, and lead a small team of 4 employees.

Your main tasks will include:

• You will create monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS, HGB, and applicable tax law.
• You will develop solutions for the accounting of ongoing and new business cases.
• You will work closely with cross-functional departments as well as internal and external stakeholders (i.e., headquarters, auditors, sales, order management, etc.).
• You will work in accounts receivable management.
• In addition, you will ensure the continuous development of the finance and accounting department and its processes, and lead special projects.

RequirementsYou have a degree in business administration with a focus on finance and accounting or a comparable qualification, ideally with further training as a certified accountant (m/w/d).In addition to leadership experience, you have relevant experience in finance and accounting in an international production company.You have in-depth knowledge of accounting in accordance with IFRS and HGB, as well as financial statement assurance.You have a high level of IT affinity and very good knowledge of SAP R/3 / S4HANA (in particular FI).A secure communication in German and English in word and writing rounds off your profile.In the team, you rely on a fact-oriented, constructive, and trusting cooperation. You work independently, structured, and flexible, and have communication strength, persuasion ability, and analytical thinking.Additional Information

Benefit from our attractive employer benefits, such as:

• Competitive salary package (collective agreement) and numerous additional benefits
• Flat hierarchies and fast communication
• A collegial working environment
• Flexible working hours, flexible working hours, and home office options
• Occupational health management
• Discounts at cooperation partners

Equal RightsWe are committed to an integrative recruitment process and equal opportunities for all our applicants. All applicants will be considered regardless of ethnic and national origin, skin color, faith, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, nationality, or any other legally protected status. People with disabilities will be given preference in the selection process.

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