Head of Finance Department | Leiter (m/w/d) für das Sachgebiet Finanzwesen

Stadtverwaltung Geislingen

Geislingen an der Steige, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Apr 16, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As the Head of Finance for the city of Geislingen an der Steige, you will take on a pivotal leadership role overseeing a dedicated team of seven employees. Your daily responsibilities will involve the comprehensive management of the municipal budget, financial planning, and investment programming. You will be responsible for preparing annual financial statements, managing the city's capital assets, and handling credit and investment management. Additionally, you will serve as a key advisor to various city departments on budgetary law and act as the deputy head of the Treasury Department. This position is particularly attractive because it offers a secure, permanent civil service or public sector contract with flexible working hours and a competitive salary (up to A 12/EG 12). You will work with modern financial software (Finanz+) within a municipality that has already successfully transitioned to the New Municipal Finance Management (NKHR) system, providing a stable yet challenging environment for professional growth.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Public Management (Dipl.-Verwaltungswirt FH or Bachelor of Arts) or a business degree with a focus on Finance.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in municipal finance or a related field
  • Proven experience in municipal budgeting, cash management, and accounting (NKHR)
  • Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to manage a team
  • Experience in preparing annual financial statements and accountability reports
  • Practical experience in tax law and investment management

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must have the qualifications for civil service (up to A 12) or meet the requirements for TVöD EG 12. Full-time, permanent position located in Geislingen an der Steige.