Head of Finance

Stellenanzeige: HR Business Partner (m/f/d) - Trench Germany GmbH

On-site | Full time | Senior (5+ years)

About us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. But we are more than just a company. We are a force for change, committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. We genuinely care about continuous improvement, and our dynamic workplace values attention to detail and adaptability, fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion where everyone is respected and truly valued.

A Snapshot of Your Day 

As the Head of Finance for our
Instrument Transformers division, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the
financial strategy and operational success of the business. You'll be a trusted
advisor to the Managing Director and a key member of the leadership team, driving
financial performance and enabling data-driven decision-making. This role
reports directly to the VP of Finance - Trench Canada and collaborates closely with
cross-functional teams to align financial goals with business objectives. You
will be accountable for the execution of financial activities including
budgeting, forecasting, controlling and analysis.

Your Tasks:

• Develop
  and execute a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with corporate
  objectives, focusing on revenue growth, profitability, and sustainable
  cash flow.
• Provide
  strategic financial guidance to senior leadership, influencing key
  decisions with robust analysis and forecasting.
• Lead
  the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment
  with operational targets and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate
  with department heads to monitor budget adherence and proactively address
  variances.
• Continuously
  refine financial models and planning tools to improve accuracy and
  responsiveness.
• Oversee the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and recommend actionable insights to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Approve pricing strategies, capital expenditures (CapEx), operating expenses (OpEx), and financial terms in partnership with the Managing Director.
• Monitor manufacturing costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and margin enhancement.
• Drive initiatives to optimize working capital and improve cash conversion cycles.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure financial data integrity and operational transparency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Champion professional development and succession planning within the finance function.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration to enhance financial literacy across the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. 
• CPA or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience leading finance teams in a make-to-order manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with SAP.
• Proven track record in continuously improving financial processes.

We offer:

• The opportunity
  to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement
  technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company.
• You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies.
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology.

Our Commitment 

Trench invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to fostering workplace diversity. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in an alternate format, need communication support, or need accommodation in applying for a posting and/or are selected for an interview, don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Trench utilizes artificial intelligence in its job scanning and recruitment process to effectively find the candidate most suitable for each position.

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