Finance Manager

Data4

. Oversee accounting, financial controlling, reporting and compliance activities for DATA4’s German entities .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeHanau • GermanySeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial controlling, reporting, and compliance, with a strong focus on managing CAPEX projects and ensuring adherence to IFRS and local GAAP. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize financial performance, and implement best practices in budgeting and forecasting.

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Financial ReportingIFRS KnowledgeBudgeting ExpertiseCAPEX Project SupportTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

AccountingFinancial ControlTax ManagementCash Flow ManagementFinancial AnalysisPerformance DashboardsMonth-End CloseQuarter-End CloseYear-End CloseStatutory Reporting

Soft Skills

Team DevelopmentCollaborationProcess ImprovementContinuous Improvement Culture

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsFP&A SystemsSage X3OneStreamAdvanced Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in FinanceMaster’s Degree in AccountingMaster’s Degree in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

CAPEX-Intensive EnvironmentsData CentresInfrastructureConstructionEngineeringIndustrialEnergyUtilitiesManufacturingReal Estate

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee accounting, financial controlling, reporting and compliance activities for DATA4’s German entities
Structure and oversee accounting activities across German entities, including internal teams and outsourced service providers
Ensure accurate entries and reporting for revenue, Opex, Capex, payroll and third-party transactions
Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close under local GAAP and IFRS
Lead tax declaration processes with external advisors and challenge tax opportunities
Manage cash collection, supplier payments and working capital activities
Coordinate audits, tax compliance and statutory reporting requirements
Monitor monthly budget execution against expectations
Manage local budgeting processes and provide P&L and cash forecasts
Deliver financial analysis, management reporting and performance dashboards
Identify opportunities to optimise costs, improve financial performance and enhance cash management
Support CAPEX investment projects, infrastructure developments and long-term business plan appraisals
Ensure compliance with Group policies and financial governance standards
Contribute to SOX controls, audit requirements and risk management activities
Promote strong financial controls and best practices
Lead and develop the local team and manage local and global objectives
Support process improvement, fast-close and Group finance transformation initiatives
Foster a collaborative and continuous improvement culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
8+ years of experience in finance, accounting, financial control or audit within a multinational or multi-entity environment
Experience managing or mentoring team members is advantageous
Exposure to CAPEX-intensive environments such as data centres, infrastructure, construction, engineering, industrial, energy, utilities, manufacturing or real estate is highly desirable
Strong accounting, financial reporting, tax and financial control experience
Knowledge of IFRS and local GAAP
Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management expertise
Experience supporting capital investment (CAPEX) projects
Familiarity with ERP, FP&A and reporting systems; Sage X3 and OneStream would be a plus
Advanced Excel skills
Fluent English and German language skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Occasional travel requirements
Permanent employment
Exposure to large-scale CAPEX investment projects, infrastructure development and business growth initiatives
Opportunity to lead and develop the local finance team
Participation in finance transformation and process improvement initiatives