Team Lead Individual Financial Statements

Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Hamburg
Region:Hamburg
Sector:Accounting
Client Company Type:In-House
Job ref:7446
Post Date:November 17, 2025

About the Role

Individual Financial Statements Team Lead
Location: Hamburg

Join a dynamic finance team as the Team Lead for Individual Financial Statements, overseeing a skilled group responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting under German GAAP (HGB) and IFRS. This leadership role combines hands-on accounting expertise with people management, process improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop a team of 6 in General Ledger and Sub-Ledger accounting, fostering motivation, growth, and support.
  • Ensure timely, accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Oversee general ledger, sub-ledger, account reconciliations, and complex transaction accounting.
  • Manage task prioritization and coordination, even during peak periods.
  • Promote an open, solution-focused team culture.
  • Collaborate closely with Controlling, Group Accounting, Tax, and external auditors.
  • Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and internal controls.
  • Contribute to system implementation and accounting standardisation projects.

Your Profile:

  • Degree in Business Administration or equivalent commercial training; Certified Accountant qualification is a plus.
  • 10+ years’ finance and accounting experience with initial management responsibilities.
  • Strong knowledge of German GAAP (HGB) and IFRS accounting standards.
  • Proficient SAP user, ideally with S/4HANA experience.
  • Excellent analytical skills and confidence in financial statement preparation.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with an empathetic, role-model approach.
  • Resilient, solution-oriented, and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
  • Passion for coaching and developing team members as a trusted sparring partner.
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken).

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