Director of Group Accounting (m/f/d)

Mission Brief

The Director of Group Accounting is responsible for the accuracy, compliance, and transparency of all group financial reporting. This includes managing consolidation, driving accounting governance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and serving as a key financial counterpart to internal and external stakeholders.

Your Role in Our Space Mission

Financial Reporting & Consolidation

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual group financial statements (HGB/IFRS).
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete consolidation of all group entities.
• Develop and maintain group accounting policies and reporting standards.
• Cooperate closely with Controlling, Tax, Treasury, and local Finance teams.

Accounting Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal guidelines.
• Oversee the internal control system (ICS) related to accounting.
• Manage external audits and coordinate with auditors and authorities.

SAP S/4HANA & Process Optimization

• Act as key functional owner for SAP S/4HANA in Accounting.
• Optimize and harmonize accounting processes across the group.
• Demonstrate strong hands‑on mentality in operational and system topics.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as advisor to senior management and global stakeholders.
• Ensure clear, transparent, and targeted communication across all levels.

Qualification Checklist

• 10–15+ years of experience in Group Accounting, Audit, or related fields.
• Preferably certified as CPA, tax advisor, or auditor.
• Deep expertise in HGB and IFRS.
• Extensive SAP S/4HANA experience, including design/implementation.
• Strong leadership, analytical capability, and problem‑solving skills.
• Fluent in English and German.

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program.
• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge.
• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period.
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day.
• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket.
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass).
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period.
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children.
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team.

Disclaimer

Isar Aerospace SE is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.