Head Financial Planning & Analysis DACH (m/f/d)

Your responsibilities:

- Develop, monitor, and continuously improve financial plans, budgets, forecasts, and reporting processes for the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland)

- Drive P&L management and forecasting activities in close collaboration with business leaders and functional stakeholders

- Support management in key decision-making processes through deep business understanding and clear communication of financial and operational KPIs

- Prepare financial forecasts, analyses, and management reports to support strategic and operational decision-making

- Conduct business reviews and lead financial planning activities across DACH business units and functions

- Act as a strategic finance business partner, providing recommendations to maximize company performance and shareholder value

- Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement best practices within FP&A, controlling, and reporting

- Develop efficient and flexible planning and reporting tools that enable business partnering and decision support

- Ensure effective financial processes, internal controls, and compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements

- Collaborate closely with Northern Europe regional finance teams and Global Headquarters

- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Controlling team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and business excellence

- Support resource optimization and drive financial performance through critical analysis and actionable insights

Your profile:

- University degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field

- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A, Budgeting, Controlling, or related finance functions

- Proven experience in leading, coaching, and developing teams

- Strong financial modelling capabilities and advanced analytical skills

- Sound knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and business performance management

- Experience with ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA knowledge is considered an advantage

- Experience with visualization and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Qlik, or similar) is highly desirable

- Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate financial insights into business recommendations

- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization

- Fluent in English and German, both written and spoken

- Preferably experience within the pharmaceutical, generics, FMCG, or retail industry

What we offer:

- A comprehensive compensation package, including holiday and Christmas bonuses, an attractive company pension scheme, and a comprehensive health and wellbeing program.

- 30 days of annual leave.

- A modern working culture that values initiative, ownership, and active contribution, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities.

- An agile work environment with flat hierarchies, fast decision-making processes, and a dynamic team atmosphere.

- The opportunity to work in an international environment.

- Fresh fruit, complimentary beverages, and an on-site cafeteria.

- An iPhone and iPad available for both business and personal use.

- Hybrid working model.

- Access to EGYM Wellpass and JobRad.

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing support for professional and personal matters.

- Corporate Benefits program with a wide range of employee discounts.

Interested? We look forward to receiving your application.