Global Finance Manager

Position Summary

The Head of Global Finance / Global Finance Manager serves as the strategic finance leader responsible for driving the financial performance, governance, and long-term financial strategy across the company’s global operations. The role oversees finance teams and activities across Germany, the USA, Mexico, Spain, and Portugal, ensuring financial excellence, standardisation, and alignment with corporate objectives.

This position leads digital finance transformation initiatives, leveraging AI-driven analytics and establishing best-in-class financial processes that support growth, operational efficiency, and informed decision-making. The role acts as a trusted advisor to the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all finance activities across global entities and ensure alignment with corporate objectives and financial targets.
• Develop and execute the global financial strategy supporting business growth and profitability.
• Drive financial governance and standardise financial processes, policies, and controls across all countries.
• Lead annual budgeting, strategic planning, forecasting, and long-range financial modeling.
• Oversee global financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Monitor financial and operational KPIs, identifying risks and opportunities to improve profitability and cash generation.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and consolidation in accordance with IFRS and local statutory requirements.
• Manage external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and regulatory authorities.
• Lead global cash flow planning, liquidity management, and working capital optimisation.
• Partner with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on strategic initiatives, investments, and expansion opportunities.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives, ERP optimisation, and AI-powered analytics and automation.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing global finance team across multiple countries and cultures.