Accounting Business Partner Team Lead DACH; f​/m​/d | Mannheim, Germany

The Opportunity Hitachi Energy is seeking a skilled and motivated Accounting Business Partner Team Lead to join our Finance Common Shared Services - Front Office team in the DACH region. This is a leadership role that combines technical accounting expertise with strategic business partnering across multiple countries.

You will be responsible for leading regional teams focused on Accounts Receivable and Credit Management, while also overseeing business partnering activities for Accounts Payable and Travel Expense. As a key interface between internal stakeholders and our Finance Shared Services organization, you will ensure high-quality service delivery, compliance, and continuous improvement.

How You'll make an Impact Lead cross-country teams in the DACH Front Office organization, with a focus on Accounts Receivable, Credit Management, Accounts Payable and Travel Expense activities

Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and foster a business partnering mindset

Ensure compliance with local GAAP, country regulations, and requirements (e.g. e-Invoicing)
Collaborate closely with our Finance Common Shared Service Center teams to ensure smooth end-to-end process execution

Drive service quality and internal customer satisfaction

Support audits and maintain robust internal controls

Lead continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to global finance projects

Ensure team compliance with internal policies and external regulations as a People Manager Your Background Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field5+ years of experience in finance, with a strong focus on accounting and team leadership

Experience in a Shared Services environment is a plus Solid accounting expertise and process understanding (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Credit Management)
Proficient in SAP; familiarity with S/4

HANA is an asset

Strong knowledge of IFRS and local statutory accounting standards

Proven ability to lead projects and drive process improvements

Fluent in German and English, with excellent communication skills

Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

What We Offer You will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement

You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow – we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities

We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought

Our culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive contributing to making us ‘the place to be’ and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities

A competitive compensation and benefits package

Jobtyp Full time

Erfahrung Management

Position Finance

Vertrag Regular

Veröffentlichungsdatum

Referenznummer R0093834