VP Finance & Shared Services, Leading Multi-Brand Hospitality Group, Berlin, Germany - #2217070

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international hospitality group committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences across its diverse hotel portfolio. As part of their ongoing growth, they are seeking a VP of Accounting and Shared Services to play a pivotal role in reshaping their accounting function and driving operational excellence. This leadership position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the accounting processes and systems within the organization. The role is based in Berlin, Germany.

What the job involves

• Taking responsibility for the restructuring of the entire accounting function, transforming it into a process-oriented organization. The role involves leading the implementation of a new ERP system and building a Shared Service Centre for accounts receivable and payable
• Managing the preparation of individual financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual), ensuring compliance with HGB (and potentially IFRS), and overseeing the timely and accurate coordination of the entire closing process
• Team Leadership: Leading and developing accounting teams at both the company and hotel level, including regional structures
• Managing a team of around 60 accountants across four teams
• Ensuring adherence to legal and internal regulations, improving internal control systems (IKS), and driving the development of accounting processes, standards, and systems to enhance efficiency and quality
• Working closely with the SVP of Finance and other departments, particularly Operations, Legal, and IT, to support the integration of new hotels and brands into the company’s accounting setup
• Leading the transformation of the accounting department, focusing on process improvements and the alignment of accounting functions with business growth
  
  

Who we are looking for

• University degree in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting, Finance, or a comparable qualification
• Multiple years of professional experience in accounting and finance, ideally in a multi-entity organization
• Deep knowledge of HGB is essential, with IFRS knowledge being a plus
• Proven experience in leading large teams and managing organizational change, especially in finance functions
• Strong experience with accounting systems and reporting tools, as well as ERP systems (e.g., SAP, DATEV, or similar)
• Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of managing cross-functional teams
• Experience in building shared service organizations and leading finance function transformations will be a key asset for success in this role
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Proficient communication and leadership skills
• Fluency in written and spoken German and English