Finance Manager - Rheinfelden, Germany

Richard, Wayne and Roberts

Rheinfelden, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Certifications, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Budgeting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, English Language, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Financial Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), German Language, Industrial Organization, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Operational Improvement, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Tax Regulations, Time Management, Value-Added Tax (VAT), Writing Skills

LOCATION

Rheinfelden, TX

POSTED

25 days ago

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Finance Manager
Global Specialty Chemical company is part of a global production network delivering high-quality specialty materials for diverse industrial applications. Together with a dedicated team, we operate and continuously improve the site with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.

We are currently seeking a Finance Manager to join the local Leadership Team. In this role, you will oversee site-level financial management activities, including reporting, planning, compliance, and business partnering. You will collaborate closely with shared services teams and local stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting aligned with global standards and applicable accounting principles, while also supporting strategic initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a global industrial organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for the site in close collaboration with shared services teams.
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting while identifying financial and operational trends.
Prepare statutory accounts, tax filings, and VAT submissions in compliance with local regulations.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements while maintaining a strong internal controls environment.
Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes, partnering with finance and operational stakeholders to align financial plans with strategic objectives.
Act as a trusted finance business partner to site leadership by delivering data-driven insights to support investment decisions, operational improvements, and profitability initiatives.
Support regional and global process improvement, digitalization, and finance transformation initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred.
Minimum 7 years of progressive finance experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong knowledge of local GAAP and working knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS.
Experience with statutory accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting requirements.
Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively in a matrixed, international environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business partnering capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Fluency in German and English required.
Ability to make sound decisions and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

About the Company

Richard, Wayne and Roberts

When Richard, Wayne & Roberts began in 1979, our goal was to operate on a level of professionalism commensurate with that of the companies we work for. We strive to be a business partner, a resource our clients can turn to with confidence to fill key positions in their companies.

Based on our repeat business rate (more than 70 percent of our assignments come from existing clients), we have proven that we are a trustworthy partner. Our recruiters all specialize in a particular industry. Because they do, they know exactly where to start looking for qualified candidates. They also understand special terminology, grasp job requirements quickly, and can better evaluate candidates. Finally, they know what the salary structures are and can help you formulate competitive offers.

We dedicate our work to the development and success of the recruiters we hire, the clients we represent, and the candidates we serve. Richard, Wayne and Roberts' goal is to leave a legacy of lives more fulfilled by our commitment to each of our candidates' and clients' unique talents and needs.

With over 40 years of successful service as a professional search firm, RWR consistently ranks in the Top 5 Permanent Placement Recruiting Firms by the Houston Business Journal; and as one of the Best Professional Recruiting and Executive Search Firms in America, by Forbes.

We recruit on a local, national, and international basis as required for each client engagement.

We are client-focused, keeping you our top priority throughout the placement process.

As an external representative of your company, we assure all candidates are treated with honesty and respect throughout the job search process, and we pride ourselves on communicating feedback promptly.

COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Accounting and Auditing Services

FOUNDED

1979

WEBSITE

http://www.rwr.com

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