Are you an empathetic finance professional who combines strong analytical capabilities with a genuine business mindset? Do you enjoy acting as a trusted advisor to management while driving financial excellence, operational performance and sustainable growth? Our client, an internationally operating manufacturing company, is seeking a commercially minded finance leader to take full ownership of the finance function and actively contribute to the company's continued success.

• Take full ownership of the local finance function – from accounting and reporting to budgeting and forecasting – and shape how financial excellence is lived at our Austrian site
• Act as a trusted business partner to the Managing Director and international Group stakeholders, turning financial insight into clear recommendations that guide both day-to-day and strategic decisions
• Drive profitability, healthy cash flow and working capital, while identifying opportunities to strengthen margins and secure sustainable, long-term financial performance
• Ensure reliable compliance, governance, audits and statutory reporting in line with local regulations and international Group standards
• Develop meaningful KPIs, transparent reporting and hands-on financial analysis that give management a clear, reliable view of where the business stands
• Lead and develop a small, dedicated finance team, continuously improve processes and systems, and grow into a role with real visibility and impact
• Gradually take on responsibility for the local HR agenda, supporting employee-related topics and helping to foster a positive, people-oriented working environment

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in finance, accounting or controlling, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong expertise in accounting, financial analysis, management reporting, profitability analysis and standard costing
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and working capital optimization
• Advanced Excel skills and sound ERP system knowledge
• Basic knowledge of Austrian financial, employment and compensation legislation
• Fluent German and English language skills
• High integrity, professional credibility and a strong sense of ownership
• Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented approach with the ability to think beyond finance

• A highly visible leadership position with broad responsibility and direct impact on business performance
• Close collaboration with management, Group Finance and international stakeholders
• A varied role combining strategic finance leadership with operational and people responsibility
• A gross annual salary starting at EUR 95,000, with the willingness to pay more depending on your qualifications and experience