Accounting Business Partner Team Lead DACH

Accounting Business Partner Team Lead DACH (f/m/d)

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.

• Lead cross-country teams in the DACH Front Office organization, focusing 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 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.

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ 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.

• Interesting and enriching work as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong learning and development opportunities to grow professionally.
• Environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought.
• Inclusive culture that welcomes unique attributes, passion, and drive.
• Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time—balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.