Head of HGB Banking Reporting & Head of Finance CEU (f/m/d)

Frankfurt am Main

Your career at Deutsche Börse Group

Your area of work:

The Head of HGB Banking Reporting holds full accountability for ensuring compliance with German GAAP (HGB), including the preparation of statutory financial statements and disclosures for both banking and non-banking entities. In addition, the role as Head of Finance CEU is responsible for the overall financial management of Clearstream Europe AG (CEU) . This encompasses financial accounting, controlling, planning, and forecasting, as well as internal budget, cost and revenue management and internal financial reporting. The role serves as the primary point of contact for all finance-related matters towards the Executive Board and represents CEU`s financial interests towards internal stakeholders as well as regulators and external stakeholders, including BaFin, Deutsche Bundesbank and external auditors.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team covering accounting and German GAAP/HGB reporting
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with German GAAP (HGB), including RechKredV
• Oversee monthly and quarterly closing processes and manage reconcilations between IFRS and HGB/RechKredV reporting frameworks
• Oversee HGB-based regulatory reporting in line with German banking requirements (e.g., HGB, RechKredV, KWG)
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of financial information to regulatory bodies (e.g., BaFin, Deutsche Bundesbank)
• Function as the primary contact for auditors on HGB-related matters and audits
• Ensure audit readiness and coordination closely with the Supervisory Board’s Audit Committee
• Establish and ensure compliance with financial and accounting policies, procedures and internal controls
• Support and steer planning, forecasting, and reporting processes for Post-Trade Services
• Prepare and present budgets, financial analyses, management reports and regular updates to relevant committees and legal entity boards, including monthly performance insights to support decision-making
• Drive continuous enhancement and optimization of SAP-based financial reporting
• Ensure close alignment with key internal stakeholders (e.g., Revenue Management, Clearstream Risk Management, Group Tax) on CEU related topics

Your profile:

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Extensive experience in financial accounting, controlling, and reporting within the financial services or banking sector
• Strong expertise in German GAAP (HGB) and solid knowledge of IFRS
• Previous leadership experience in managing accounting and/or controlling teams
• Excellent analytical and technical skills, including SAP CO, SAP BW and MS Office
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels, including the Executive Board

Why Deutsche Börse Group?

We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone feels welcome and can reach their full potential. Our standards go far beyond simply matching candidates with the right position.

Mobility

We enable you to move freely with our job tickets, job (e-)bikes and free parking opportunities.

Work environment

Collaboration, communication, or deep focus – in our modern office buildings you will find the perfect work environment. Free drinks and food and meal allowances included.

Health and wellbeing

We care for your health and wellbeing and besides various health promotion measures we offer you a group accident insurance and additional insurance offers at discounted rates.

Financial stability

We provide financial stability by offering attractive salaries, company pension schemes, participation in our Group Share Plan, as well as bonuses, subsidies and discounts.

Hybrid work

Collaborate and exchange on-site or work remotely several days a week in line with business needs and local regulations. Our hybrid working model combines the best of both worlds.

Flexible working hours

We want your job to fit your life situation and offer flexible working time models, childcare allowance, or the possibility to study alongside your job.

Internationality

Our market infrastructures are globally connected. Working with us means collaborating with like-minded colleagues across over 60 locations from more than 100 nations.

Development

We promote individual development by offering internal development programmes, mentoring, further education and training budgets.