Head of Accounting & Tax (f/m/x)
Core
Lead accounting and tax function for a fintech company specializing in financing decentralized energy solutions (photovoltaic systems, heat pumps) via factoring and leasing.
Role type
Head of Accounting & Tax (Finance Leader)
Builds
Financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and tax compliance for a factoring/leasing subsidiary of a solar energy group.
Domain
Fintech / Renewable Energy / Factoring & Leasing
Required skills
IFRS, HGB, financial reporting, consolidation, budgeting, corporate tax, VAT, factoring, leasing, receivables management, SPV accounting, securitisation, internal controls, audit coordination
Preferred skills
Big Four audit background, start-up/scale-up experience, core banking systems, automation of financial processes
Responsibilities
Own monthly and annual closing processes, translate business plans into budgets and forecasts, ensure accurate HGB and IFRS reporting, coordinate consolidation and financial statement preparation, oversee accounting for factoring/leasing/SPVs, manage corporate tax and VAT compliance, build accounting policies and internal controls, coordinate internal and external audits, develop the accounting and tax function, drive automation of reporting processes, act as key accounting partner for management
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC