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