Senior Vice President

On European PSI Metals Branch offices like Aachen, Berlin, Düsseldorf, Graz, Traun or Brussels

PSI Software SE - Process Industries & Metals

Accounting and Finance, Administration, Controlling

Full-time

The PSI Group develops software products for optimizing the flow of energy and materials for utilities and industry. As an independent software producer with more than 2,300 employees, PSI has been a technology leader since 1969 for process control systems that ensure sustainable energy supply, mobility and production by combining AI methods with industrially proven optimization methods. The innovative industry products can be operated on-premises or in the cloud.

The business unit Process Industries & Metals is recognised as the number one provider of software and consulting services for production management solutions for the metal industry. We develop customised, high-quality solutions to maximise the plant performance of our customers worldwide and provide them with innovative solutions to support decarbonisation.

Together, let's shape the future of manufacturing and exceed industry standards.

Purpose of the Role

The Senior Vice President (SVP) Finance & Administration is responsible for the financial management, governance, and administrative organization of the Business Unit (BU). He/she plays a key role in driving the BU's strategic development, profitability, and operational excellence while ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies and governance standards. A particular focus lies on supporting and leading the implementation of a new ERP system within the Business Unit in close alignment with the Group-wide transformation program.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic and Operational Financial Management

• Define and execute the financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and multi-year planning for the BU.

• Financially support strategic initiatives such as new market entries, product launches, M&A, and partnerships.

• Ensure the profitability and sustainable value creation of the BU.

• Act as a strategic business partner to the EVP BU, contributing to growth and efficiency strategies.

2. Controlling, Reporting, and Performance Management

• Lead the BU's controlling and reporting processes (revenue, costs, EBIT, cash flow).

• Ensure timely and accurate monthly management and group reporting, including performance analysis and recommendations.

• Establish and maintain a performance management framework with KPIs, intuitive dashboards, and benchmarks.

• Continuously improve planning and forecasting processes

• Drive the finance processes requirements within the ERP system implementation (Odoo), ensuring an integrated, future-ready financial system landscape.

3. Governance, Accounting, and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to corporate finance policies, compliance, and internal control standards.

• Collaborate closely with Corporate Finance, Group Accounting, Tax, and Internal Audit.

• Oversee local finance and administration processes in the BU's international entities.

• Manage financial and operational risks, including liquidity, FX exposure, transfer pricing and investment risk.

4. Administration, Organization, and Process Optimization

• Lead the administrative functions of the BU (Finance, Office Administration).

• Actively steer and support the implementation of the new ERP system Odoo as part of the BU's digital transformation, ensuring harmonized processes and data consistency across global entities.

• Drive standardization, digitization, and automation of finance and administrative processes.

• Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration with corporate departments.

5. Leadership and People Development

• Lead, coach, and develop international Finance & Administration teams.

• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture built on accountability and transparency.

• Promote diversity, compliance, and sustainable business practices (ESG).

Professional Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) preferred.

• 10+ years of senior finance leadership experience within an international software, IT, or technology company.

• Strong understanding of software business models (Subscription, SaaS, Cloud, Licensing, Maintenance).

• Solid knowledge of IFRS, HGB, and international accounting and tax regulations.

• Proven experience in ERP implementations and in designing digital finance processes.

• Demonstrated success in leading international teams within a matrix organization.

Personal Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinker with a strong results orientation.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills across cultures and levels.

• Ability to translate complex financial and IT transformation topics into clear business language.

• A good balance between willingness to deal with details (hands-on) and handing over responsibility through goal-oriented delegation

• Entrepreneurial mindset and strong business partnering capability.

• High level of motivation, resilience and organisational skills

• Integrity, assertiveness, and intercultural sensitivity.

Languages

• Fluent in German and English (spoken and written)

• Additional languages (e.g., French, Portuguese) are an advantage

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of BU revenue and EBIT targets

• Forecast accuracy and budget adherence

• Improvement of operating margins

• Successful and timely implementation of the new ERP system within the BU

• Audit and compliance results

• Employee engagement within Finance & Administration

We look forward to receiving your application, including your salary expectations and earliest possible start date.