Regional Finance Manager (German Speaker)

Job Description

Job Title: Regional Finance Manager (German Speaker)

Location: Lisbon / Hybrid

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Cyncly is a global technology powerhouse with 2,400+ employees and 70,000+ customers across 100+ countries. Cyncly transforms the way customizable products and spaces are imagined, designed, sold, managed and made. Our end-to-end software solutions connect professional designers, retailers and manufacturers to the world's largest repository of product content. Today, our business spans across the Kitchen & Bath, Furniture, Window, Glass & Door, and Flooring industries with operations in North & South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa.

Cyncly brings over 30 years of experience to deliver more value for our customers through an expanded portfolio of end-to-end solutions. Our global presence allows us to provide world-class support and sales with a local touch, providing the best possible customer experience.

Cyncly is now embarking on an exciting journey as we continue to expand through strong organic growth and complementary acquisitions, backed by leading growth private equity firms specialised in technology.

About the role

As Finance Manager DACH, you will report into the Senior Director & Corporate Controller, and will be responsible for financial reporting, statutory reporting, cash management and working closely with auditors and banks. The Finance Manager role will require you to hone in on your problem-solving abilities, provide support to the Finance team through positivity and recognition, and support the Finance team in meeting and exceeding performance goals. This position provides a unique opportunity to manage Finance and Accounting of two group companies (DACH) working closely with the team in all aspects of this fast-growing international business.

Main Responsibilities:

• Leads a team of appr. 4 employees
• Manages Finance and Accounting for several companies
• Produces accounting and financial reporting (P&L, BS & CF) for HGB and IFRS GAAP with appropriate analyses
• Works collaboratively with Senior Director & Corporate Controller on complex technical accounting issues
• Reviews complex contracts for appropriate revenue recognition according to IFRS
• Manages treasury and liquidity planning
• Works collaboratively with auditors
• Manages Internal and external relationships (e.g. tax consultants, banks and authorities)
• Ensures that internal accounting policies and controls are complied with HGB and IFRS
• Actively participates in the operative day-to-day business as well as in the further development and optimization of processes within the company
• Works with senior management to review monthly financial statements and perform detailed financial analyses, as needed
• Assists with financial Due Diligence for potential acquisitions, as needed
• Other special projects supporting the business growth, as needed

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Completed commercial vocational training with an additional qualification as a Certified Public Accountant or completed studies with a focus on accounting/finance/taxes
• At least 5 years of professional experience in finance and accounting, ideally in an internationally operating company
• Knowledge of German tax and compliance - financial statement reliability according to IFRS and HGB as well as knowledge of corporate and indirect tax laws are essential
• Management experience
• Routine in MS Office, proficient in handling ERP systems. Experience with Netsuite is a plus
• Very good written and spoken German language skills are essential
• Good knowledge of English, both written and spoken
• Independent and structured way of working, ability to work in a team, reliability, and discretion
• Continuous improvement approach
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Autonomy, leadership, and strong analytical skills
• Team player
• Willingness to travel

Working for us

At Cyncly, we're a global family that collaborates with humility and respect for one another. With more than 2,400 employees around the world, we not only recognize our diverse perspectives, we champion our different outlooks and firmly believe it to be what makes us better together.

You can expect to work in a supportive and nurturing environment, with experts in their fields who strive for quality and excellence without compromising others. We also believe in a flexible and autonomous working environment, focused on the continual growth of our employees.

Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and brilliance, so we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our roles.

That's who we are: A team that recognizes our strength is in working together to not only get things done, but also lead the industry with a bold approach that's dedicated to making our customers better.

Come join us!