Director Of Finance And Hr

Financial Skills

• Financial strategy, leadership, budgeting and forecasting, financial analysis
• Compliance, risk management, IFRS and German GAAP, adaptability

HR Skills

• Talent management, employee relations, HR policies and compliance, team leadership

Compliance Responsibilities

• Maintain and update company policies to align with labour laws and corporate governance
• Oversee internal audits and legal compliance for financial and HR operations
• Ensure all company departments adhere to internal and external regulations

Key Responsibilities and KPIs

Finance and Accounting

• Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring that all financial strategies align with the company's performance goals.
• KPI: Accuracy and timeliness of reports, variance analysis, compliance with standards
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• KPI: Budget adherence, forecast accuracy, cost-saving implementations
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support ongoing business continuity.
• KPI: Cash flow accuracy, working capital ratio, Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
• Ensure tax compliance, regulatory adherence, and risk management.
• KPI: Audit findings, tax compliance, effectiveness of internal controls
• Oversee payroll operations and statutory reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance with tax regulations.
• KPI: On-time payroll disbursement, employee satisfaction, tax filing accuracy
• Work with other teams to align financial strategies with company goals.
• KPI: Success of interdepartmental projects, financial strategy alignment

Human Resources Management

• Develop HR strategies for recruitment, retention, and engagement.
• Oversee performance evaluations and talent development programs.
• KPI: Appraisal completion rates, employee improvement metrics
• Ensure alignment of HR policies with labour laws and best practices.
• KPI: Compliance audit results, policy effectiveness
• Mentor and lead HR and finance teams.
• KPI: Employee retention, training completion rates
• Drive HR strategies in alignment with company growth objectives.
• Ensure clear communication of HR policies and organisational changes.
• KPI: Employee awareness, change initiative transparency

The Successful Applicant

Requirements and Qualifications

Hard Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration
• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in finance and HR functions
• Expertise in IFRS, German GAAP, and corporate tax compliance
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and financial restructuring
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP
• Proven HR leadership experience, including performance management and talent acquisition
• Experience in internal and external audits

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• High ethical standards with a focus on integrity and compliance
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced business environment
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Additional Considerations

• Availability to travel locally and internationally as required
• Willingness to work overtime during financial year-end and critical business events
• Experience with year-end financial processes and statutory audits

What's on Offer

Work Environment and Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Managing Director (MD)
• Direct reports: Leads a finance team of 3-4 employees.
• Stakeholders and Peers: Works closely with finance and HR colleagues at HQ. Engages with external payroll and tax specialists.