Finance Business Partner Team Lead DACH 80-100% (f/m/d)

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Finance Business Partner Team Lead to join our Front Office organization in the DACH region. In this role, you will oversee our Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Management, and Travel Expense teams while driving impactful business partnering activities across the region.

Join us and play a vital role in shaping the future of sustainable energy solutions with a team that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

How You'll make an Impact

• Lead cross-country teams within the DACH Front Office, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Management, and Travel Expense operations
• Foster a strong business partnering culture by:
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders across the region
• Clearly communicating process updates and organizational changes
• Delivering training sessions and proactively resolving complex issues
• Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including tax regulations, local GAAP, and e-invoicing mandates
• Drive internal customer satisfaction by delivering services in line with agreed service levels and expectations
• Collaborate closely with Finance Common Shared Services Center teams to ensure seamless end-to-end process execution
• Support the implementation of global initiatives and projects
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and user experience
• Provide support during internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate documentation and responses
• Execute responsibilities in alignment with the organization's internal control framework

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance roles, ideally with a focus on accounting and team leadership
• Prior experience in a Shared Service Center environment is an advantage
• Solid understanding and hands-on experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Credit Management is highly desirable
• Good knowledge of IFRS and local statutory accounting standards
• Proven track record in leading projects and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication skills in English written and verbal, German language an advantage
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy

• 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 to the design and management of Pensions & Benefits at Hitachi Energy, 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