Finance Director

Your Responsibilities

We are looking for a new colleague to join our Finance Team in Berlin on a full-time basis /40 hour a week starting immediately, who shares our vision of excellence in education and who is committed to making a difference in the lives of our students and staff.

The Opportunity
This is a great opportunity for an experienced finance professional in a leading private education group.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic liaison, providing financial insights and guidance to support business leaders in making informed decisions
• Support the development of long-term financial plans, annual budgets, and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Analyze financial reports and track performance against set business goals, identifying areas for improvement and investigating significant variances
• Provide data-backed insights, explain complex financial information, and deliver regular financial commentaries to highlight performance and trends
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with budget holders and stakeholders across the organization to foster a culture of financial accountability
• Advise on the financial impact of new products, services, or business models and contribute to the financial success of operational initiatives

Your profile

• Strong foundation in finance, accounting, financial reporting, and analysis
• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and using advanced tools like Excel to analyse data and generate insights
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate financial information clearly and influence stakeholders across different departments
• A good understanding of operational processes
• Proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools, such as Power BI or similar plat
• A bachelor's or master´s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration with a minimum working experience of 8 years
• Self-motivated with a positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High resilience and able to work independently

Why us?

• Opportunity to work with a great team in a dynamic and international environment
• 30 days of vacation /5 working days per week
• After successfully passing the probationary period, we offer subsidies for employees' well-being through our health budget with preventive and aftercare services
• Various online language courses and opportunities to participate in online collaboration courses
• Numerous campus events from the fields of art, culture, business and science
• Opportunity to develop and implement new ideas and concept

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About Us
The University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) is a vibrant and dynamic institution that is dedicated to providing top-quality education to students from all around the world. Our programmes are delivered in English and/or German language, and with more than 100 nationalities represented on campus, we are proud to have one of the most diverse student bodies in Europe. Our campus locations in Berlin, Potsdam, Hamburg, Iserlohn, and Dubai (UAE) provide a truly international experience for our students and staff alike.

At UE, we are more than just a university – we are a family and we believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. As part of the Global University Systems (GUS) network, we offer a wide range of professional development opportunities, including bachelor's and master's degree programs, language courses, and executive education. With approximately 87,000 students across 57 locations worldwide, GUS provides an unparalleled international network for learning and collaboration.

If you are passionate about education and want to join a dynamic and innovative institution that values diversity, quality teaching, and its people, then we invite you to join our UE family today.