Deputy Head of Finance Department | Stellvertretende Fachbereichsleitung Finanzen (m/w/d)
Samtgemeinde Apensen Samtgemeinde Apensen Samtgemeinde Apensen
Job Summary
The Samtgemeinde Apensen is seeking a Deputy Head of Finance Department to join their modern, citizen-oriented, and future-focused administration. This full-time, permanent position involves preparing annual financial statements for the municipality and its member communities, managing reporting and controlling for financial optimization, and contributing to budget planning. The role also includes developing financial steering instruments, supporting and deputizing for the Head of Finance, acting as a contact person for political bodies, and coordinating school support tasks. Additionally, the successful candidate will lead the Social Affairs department, overseeing kindergarten and youth welfare matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an engaged and visionary leader to contribute to the community's future, offering a varied and responsible role within a supportive team.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor's degree in Administrative Sciences, Administrative Management, or General Administration (leading to career group 2, first entry-level position) OR successfully completed Angestelltenlehrgang II (Employee Training Course II) OR currently pursuing further education as a Verwaltungsfachwirt/in (Administrative Specialist)
Experience
- Professional experience in municipal budget and accounting (Doppik)
- Experience with school support tasks and youth welfare law (NKitaG and Jugendhilferecht) or willingness to learn
- Experience in financial software solutions and MS Office
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to familiarize oneself with school support tasks and the NKitaG (Lower Saxony Kindergarten Act) and youth welfare law.