Job Description

Interim Head of Accounting – Munich

Mid-Sized Financial Services Business

A growing mid-sized financial services business based in Munich is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Accounting to lead and stabilise the accounting function during a period of operational development and finance transformation.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, the successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations, ensure high-quality financial reporting and compliance, and support ongoing process improvement initiatives within a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounting function, including general ledger, AP/AR, and month-end close processes
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Oversee HGB accounting compliance and support external audit processes
• Drive improvements across accounting processes, controls, and reporting quality
• Manage cash reconciliation, balance sheet reviews, and accounting governance
• Support finance transformation and systems/process optimisation initiatives
• Coordinate with tax advisors, auditors, and external stakeholders where required
• Provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team during a period of change and growth

Candidate Profile

• Experienced accounting leader with prior Head of Accounting or senior finance management experience
• Strong knowledge of HGB accounting standards within financial services or regulated environments
• Hands-on operational approach with the ability to work effectively in dynamic mid-sized businesses
• Experience managing audits, reporting cycles, and finance process improvements
• Prior interim experience highly desirable
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced and evolving environments
• Fluent German and strong English language skills required

Additional Information

• Interim mandate based in Munich
• Mid-sized, growth-oriented financial services environment
• Immediate or short-notice availability preferred
• Competitive interim day rate/package available depending on experience