General Manager Finance and Business Management

General Manager Finance & Business (Böhl-Iggelheim, Germany)International Technology & Services Organisation Overview of the Company Our client is a long-established international organisation operating within a modern, global matrix structure. The company is undergoing a planned leadership transition and is strengthening its internal functions in Germany. Overview of the JobThey are recruiting a General Manager Finance & Business to lead all internal corporate functions in Germany, including Finance, Compliance, Facilities and organisational coordination. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational execution and plays a key part on the German management team. Responsibilities Lead the Finance, Compliance and Facilities functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, statutory audit and tax compliance.Operate in a hands-on manner when necessary, supporting bookkeeping, operational tasks and day-to-day finance processes.Collaborate closely with HR on workforce planning, employee development, labour law matters and HR processes, including participation in Works Council meetings.Coordinate with Legal on contracts, insurance, governance and compliance requirements.Manage local office operations, including facilities, occupational health & safety and administrative support teams.Act as a key liaison to regional and global corporate functions (Finance, HR, Legal, IT), representing Germany in internal and external stakeholder interactions.Promote process optimisation, efficiency and continuous improvement across internal functions. Qualifications / Skills University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Business Law or a related field.Several years of senior experience in Finance or General Management, ideally with international exposure.Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting, tax, compliance and labour law topics relevant to Germany.Proven experience leading teams and navigating co-determination environments, ideally with Works Council interaction.Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills with a diplomatic, empathetic and collaborative approach.Hands-on, pragmatic problem-solver with the ability to balance operational detail and strategic decision-making.Fluent German and English, both written and spoken. Other relevant information Hybrid working model with 3 mandatory office days per week (Monday & Tuesday fixed, flexible choice for the third day).