Head of Finance fmd in Berlin

The team position & mission

As an independent subsidiary of Orange with approximately 100 employees together with our sister companies in Europe we form the Orange Business Digital Servicess Business Unit. You and your team consisting of five dedicated finance professionals play a vital role within our organization providing accurate and timely financial information to support decisionmaking and achieve overall organizational objectives. Your role will involve aligning financial strategy with our mission managing financial risks and contributing to longterm financial health.

Tasks

• You oversee all financial operations including budgeting forecasting and reporting ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives.
• You lead and mentor a team of accountants and business controllers to manage daytoday financial transactions.
• You collaborate closely with the MD and leadership team to craft financial strategies that bolster Orange Businesss mission and business goals.
• You independently prepare external and internal financial reporting (HGB and IFRS) for management and owners as well as other standard reports in close coordination with controlling external tax advisor and the management driving informed decisionmaking.
• You ensure the processing of all business transactions within our accounting department in due time and with due quality.
• You take on the responsibility for cash flow planning ensuring our organizations financial health.
• You are a reliable business partner for other departments within Orange Business providing independent and comprehensive analysis both internally as well as to owners.
• You act as the primary point of contact for auditors tax advisors and expert teams in the Orange group (tax treasury accounting etc.) maintaining strong relationships and ensuring compliance.
• You lead the preparations and submission of budgets and forecasts in coordination with other departments and the management.
• You serve as a valued sparring partner for our management team offering expertise and support in addressing complex business challenges.
• You participate in bid reviews business case analysis and support ad hoc projects.
• You oversee the recruitment training and development of the finance team fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Requirements

• A robust background and professional or academic qualification in finance with proven experience relevant to the abovementioned position.
• 5 years of relevant professional experience in Finance Business Partnering FP&A controlling and accounting.
• Wide knowledge of accounting in accordance with IFRS standards.
• A genuine enjoyment of actively engaging in daytoday financial tasks coupled with the ability to effectively lead and mentor a team in executing financial strategies.
• A very high level of reliability thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Excellent proficiency in both German and English enabling effective communication with international stakeholders French is a plus.
• Experience in Telecom IT and Business Consulting especially in mediumsized companies with international locations and in navigating in a matrix organizational structure.
• A keen interest in working from our office conveniently located near Alexanderplatz 23 days/week.

Benefits

... to make your work day a little more special

• Laptop (Windows) and mobile phone of choice (Samsung or iPhone)
• Fresh fruit vegetables drinks and regular Meet n Eat lunch in the office
• Recognition of outstanding work with our Extra Mile Award
• Competent colleagues with a lot of experience and great expertise
• Flat hierarchies and clear direct communication

... to positively impact your personal life

• Flexible working hours and option to work hybrid
• Generous Urban Sports Club subsidy
• 30 vacation days respectively depending on company seniority
• 5 paid child sick days
• Corporate Benefits
• For more information please visit our career page

The process

We review applications continuously aiming to initiate discussions and interviews as we receive them. Following a thorough screening of your CV youll engage in an initial conversation with Dana (Talent Acquisition Manager). With mutual interest youll move on to an interview with Claudia (Head of HR) with whom youll collaborate closely in this role. Is the position still a good fit Next youll have the opportunity to meet with Linda (CFO from our Business Line) diving deeper into the specifics of the position. Finally youll have a conversation with Pascal (Managing Director) providing an opportunity to explore broader organizational goals and visions. Is everyone happy We are thrilled to welcome you to our team!

Give your career a boost today and apply now! We are looking forward to getting to know you.

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