Head of Finance Department | Leitung (m/w/d) der Abteilung Finanzen
Maßregelvollzugszentrum Niedersachsen
Job Summary
This full-time, permanent position is for a Head of Finance Department within the Lower Saxony Forensic Psychiatric Center (MRVZN), a state-operated entity. The role involves leading and organizing the finance department, which includes financial accounting and controlling, and managing an annual budget exceeding 245 million euros. Key responsibilities include budget planning, reporting to senior management, preparing annual financial statements, and overseeing cost accounting and accounts payable/receivable. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent, extensive professional experience in public service and finance, and a structured, reliable, and team-oriented approach. This role offers the stability of public service employment, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional development.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Administrative Sciences, or a comparable bachelor's degree with a focus on finance/accounting; or completed Administrative Course II; or qualification for career group 2, 1st entry-level position in General Services (for civil servant status)
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in public service
- Several years of professional experience in finance and accounting
- Professional experience in a leadership position (desirable)
- Knowledge of budget law (desirable)
- Knowledge of balance sheet regulations (desirable)
- Knowledge of hospital accounting regulations (KHBV) and tax law (desirable)
- Knowledge in controlling and budgeting (desirable)
- Knowledge in the application of accounting software (desirable)
Languages
Additional
- Work location is Moringen, Germany. This is a permanent, full-time position. Applications from people of all nationalities are welcome. Preference given to applicants with disabilities if equally qualified.