About this role
Weitere Berufsbezeichnung: Leiter/in - Finanz- und Buchhaltung; Finance and Accounting Manager Stellenbeschreibung: With over 200 years of tradition and excellence, we are a proud Japanese family-owned company and one of the most innovative brands in the global pet food industry. Our premium products set standards in quality, taste, and animal well-being.We are currently looking for an experienced Finance & Accounting Manager (m/f/d) for our European Headquarter based in Düsseldorf.In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all finance, accounting, compliance, and payroll activities across 18 European entities while leading a team of 5 finance professionals. Acting as the key interface between the European organization and HQ in Japan, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and alignment with global standards. Key Responsibilities: - Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting according to local GAAP and group requirements - Ensure timely submission of financial reports and country P&L statements to our HQ in Japan - Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes - Oversee accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, fixed assets, and payroll accounting - Ensure compliance with local tax, legal, and regulatory requirements across all entities - Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors and tax advisors - Oversee accurate and timely payroll execution across 18 countries in collaboration with local providers - Lead, develop, and mentor a finance team of 5 employees - Drive process improvements, automation, and finance-related projects - Partner closely with senior management and operational departments on financial topics Requirements: - Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA preferred - Minimum 10 years of finance/accounting experience, including leadership responsibility - Strong knowledge of local GAAP, tax regulations, HGB, and IFRS - Experience managing multi-country finance operations within Europe - Solid understanding of international payroll processes - Experience in international organizations and HQ-structures - Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills - Fluent English required; German and/or Japanese is a plus - SAP and advanced MS Excel skills preferred Ready to make an impact? Join a company where tradition meets innovation and where your contribution truly matters. We look forward to receiving your application at: [email protected] (https://mailto: [email protected] ) Please send your CV, relevant references, and a short motivational letter outlining why you are the perfect fit for this role. Ergänzende Informationen: Anforderungen an den Bewerber: Expertenkenntnisse: Lohn- und Gehaltsbuchhaltung, -abrechnung, Monatsabschluss, Jahresabschluss, Finanzplanung, SAP Business One, Steuerrecht