VP Accounting & Shared Services, Leading Multi-Brand Hospitality Group

Key Responsibilities

• Taking responsibility for the restructuring of the entire accounting function, transforming it into a process-oriented organization. The role involves leading the implementation of a new ERP system and building a Shared Service Centre for accounts receivable and payable
• Managing the preparation of individual financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual), ensuring compliance with HGB (and potentially IFRS), and overseeing the timely and accurate coordination of the entire closing process
• Team Leadership: Leading and developing accounting teams at both the company and hotel level, including regional structures
• Managing a team of around 60 accountants across four teams
• Ensuring adherence to legal and internal regulations, improving internal control systems (IKS), and driving the development of accounting processes, standards, and systems to enhance efficiency and quality
• Working closely with the SVP of Finance and other departments, particularly Operations, Legal, and IT, to support the integration of new hotels and brands into the company’s accounting setup
• Leading the transformation of the accounting department, focusing on process improvements and the alignment of accounting functions with business growth

Qualification & Requirements

• University degree in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting, Finance, or a comparable qualification
• Multiple years of professional experience in accounting and finance, ideally in a multi-entity organization
• Deep knowledge of HGB is essential, with IFRS knowledge being a plus
• Proven experience in leading large teams and managing organizational change, especially in finance functions
• Strong experience with accounting systems and reporting tools, as well as ERP systems (e.g., SAP, DATEV, or similar)
• Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of managing cross-functional teams
• Experience in building shared service organizations and leading finance function transformations will be a key asset for success in this role
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Proficient communication and leadership skills
• Fluency in written and spoken German and English

Benefits

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