Director, Finance Business Partner Sales (f/m/d)(76109) (Head of Finance and Accounting)

Are you able to combine financial knowledge with operational expertise to create transparency and support improved performance? Do you want to be part of an internationally diverse team and work with global stakeholders on a daily basis? If so, this could be exactly the right position for you.

The NCE region comprises more than 40 legal entities, including Sweden, Norway, Denmark, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Romania, and Czech Republic. The large number of companies in combination with a centralized finance function requires a structured, flexible, and continuously learning finance team. The regional Finance team in NCE is responsible for Business and Financial Controlling in the region.

Tasks:

• Leading the BPM Sales team within NCE Finance, reporting to the Senior Vice President, CFO Finance NCE
• Acting as Finance Business Partner for sales management as well as ensuring effective reporting and clear communication of financial KPIs to support a comprehensive business understanding
• Promoting data-driven business decisions based on financial analyses, taking into account strategic perspectives as well as compliance with audit and regulatory requirements
• Providing central financial support for business development initiatives and financial inquiries (e.g., taxes, accounting)
• Promoting the exchange of best practices and benchmarking within the region
• Managing risk assessments and approval processes for sales projects (incl. preliminary calculations) according to the "Check-and-Challenge" principle
• Coordinating and executing planning activities, including forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning
• Serving as an interface between the Group and the region on financial topics such as reporting, compliance/audit updates, planning processes, and Financial Governance
• Leading finance-related projects within the framework of business and Group initiatives (e.g., acquisitions, systems, company integrations, end-to-end projects)
• Conducting high-quality ad-hoc and cross-functional analyses to support decisions in sales management, including risk mitigation strategies

Qualifications:

• Several years of experience in Finance/Business Finance or a related field, ideally in the renewable energy industry
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Statistics is an advantage
• Proven business understanding with the ability to link business decisions to financial results
• Extensive experience in leading teams and managers
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication strength, and problem-solving competence
• Experience in a multinational matrix environment
• Fluent English skills in speaking and writing; German is a great advantage
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)
• Ability to work effectively in teams, including geographically distributed teams

Competencies:

• Analytical thinking
• Curious, detail-oriented
• Self-motivated
• Confident in dealing with internal stakeholders at a senior level
• Strong communication skills
• High accuracy and attention to detail

Your benefits – your contribution counts:

• Start & Perspective: Structured onboarding program and permanent employment contract with long-term perspectives
• Development & Skills: Varied activities in a future-oriented industry with individual development opportunities
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Overtime account, possibility for home office up to 8 days per month, 30 days of vacation plus non-working days on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, as well as the option for a sabbatical
• Additional Benefits: Company bike, fitness subsidy, company pension scheme, Germany-wide train ticket (Deutschlandticket)
• Team & Culture: Scandinavian-influenced with flat hierarchies, informal culture, and strong team spirit