Group Finance Director

About Communardo

Communardo is a prominent provider specializing in software solutions and consulting services tailored for the digital workplace. With a team of over 500 specialists spread across eleven countries, the company assists organizations worldwide in developing modern work settings that foster seamless communication and propel digital transformation. Their comprehensive support spans technology selection, innovative solution implementation, custom application development, strategy formulation, change management, training, and ongoing managed services.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of critical financial data, including group management reporting, investor reporting, and bank/covenant compliance reporting.
• Enhance and scale finance processes and standards across an expanding international group, establishing coordination routines and accountability to maintain reliable reporting as the organization grows.
• Play an active role in structuring, integrating, and positioning the group corporate framework covering intercompany relationships, tax planning, and strategic financial initiatives.
• Lead and nurture accounting and controlling teams, focusing on building strong collaborative groups.
• Make decisive decisions regarding finance requests, escalations, and projects, empowered by a mandate supported fully by the CFO and supported by your team.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Possess 5 to 10 years of professional experience in finance, including a minimum of three years managing teams.
• Demonstrable expertise working with international corporate structures and consolidated financial reporting.
• An operational excellence mindset aimed at developing robust processes, structures, and accountability frameworks beyond routine reporting.
• Strong analytical abilities with a proactive approach to identifying and investigating data anomalies.
• Leadership based on structure, clarity, and reliability.
• Proficient communication skills at decision-maker level for internal (CFO, country GMs) and external stakeholders (banks, auditors).
• Ability to make independent operational decisions within your area of responsibility.
• Fluency in German and business-level English proficiency.

Benefits and Work Culture

• Flexible working arrangements including adaptable working hours, remote work options, and the possibility to participate in Global Office weeks to support work-life harmony.
• An environment encouraging ongoing personal development, embracing experimentation with new technologies and leveraging AI thoughtfully to improve workflows.
• Competitive and fair remuneration reflecting your role's scope and seniority.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and innovation ecosystems, such as Atlassian Platinum, Microsoft, and AWS Premier partnerships.
• A values-driven culture that translates principles into daily practice.
• Integration within a robust international corporate group spanning DACH, Nordic countries, and BeNeLux with over 500 colleagues and diverse projects.
• Strong cross-border collaboration fostering mutual support and a #smartertogether spirit.
• The role provides high visibility with direct engagement with CFO, private equity investors, and leadership across eleven countries.

Additional Information

This job listing is posted by Empfehlungsbund (EBND).