Head of Finance & Accounting (m/f/d)

Reference: JN-082026-7079046Posted: 2026-09-11Location: Frankfurt am Main, Deutschland, DEContract type: Full timeCompany: Michael PageFachbereich: Finance & AccountingNäheres Berufsfeld: Finanzdirektor (m/w) / CFOBranche: Financial ServicesOrt: Frankfurt am MainVertragsart: FestanstellungBeratername: Lisa BestBeraterkontakt: +491788005733Art des Jobs: Home Officetechnically strong finance leader who thrives in dynamic situationscombining operational excellence with transformation and people leadershipFirmenprofil A leading international financial services provider is seeking a Head of Finance & Accounting to lead and transform its accounting and finance function in Germany. This is a high-impact leadership role for an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical accounting expertise with transformation leadership, team development capabilities, and a hands-on, solution-oriented mindset.Working closely with the CFO, you will play a key role in an ongoing organisational transformation, strengthening processes, developing talent, and building a best-in-class finance function in a dynamic and evolving environment.AufgabengebietLead and develop a finance and accounting organisation of approximately 15 professionals.Own monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring high-quality reporting and financial governance.Ensure compliance with HGB and IFRS requirements and oversee statutory financial statements.Manage external audits and maintain a robust internal control framework.Drive finance transformation initiatives, process optimisation, automation, and organisational change.Partner closely with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders across Finance, Treasury, Regulatory Reporting, Tax, Compliance, and Group Finance.Build, coach, and recruit talent while creating a high-performing and scalable team structure.Navigate ambiguity, prioritise effectively, and proactively drive solutions in a fast-changing environment.AnforderungsprofilQualified Wirtschaftsprüfer (WP) and/or CPA is highly desirableStrong expertise in HGB and IFRS accounting.Proven experience leading accounting, financial reporting, audit, or finance functions within complex and regulated environments.Track record of managing external audits, statutory reporting, and financial governance frameworks.Demonstrated success leading teams through transformation, restructuring, or organisational change.Strong analytical and reporting skills, including advanced Excel capabilities.Pragmatic, hands-on, and execution-focused leadership style.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to operate across all organisational levels.Comfortable working in environments where structures are evolving and not every answer is predefined.Preferred BackgroundWe are particularly interested in candidates coming from:Big Four firms (Audit or Advisory) or other leading audit, accounting, or consulting firmsFinancial services, banking, payments, fintech, or similarly regulated industriesVergütungspaketDirect exposure to the CFO and senior management.Opportunity to shape the future operating model of the finance organisation.Significant scope for team building, talent development, and organisational redesign.Visible leadership role with the ability to leave a lasting imprint on the function.International and highly regulated business environment with substantial transformation agenda.