Head of Finance, Accounting, and Controlling | Leitung Finanzen, Rechnungswesen und Controlling (w/m/d)

conQuaesso JOBS

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 20, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As the Head of Finance, Accounting, and Controlling, you will play a pivotal role in the strategic financial management of a prominent social organization. Your day-to-day responsibilities include developing financial strategies, overseeing economic, investment, and liquidity planning, and ensuring compliant bookkeeping tailored to non-profit requirements. You will lead an interdisciplinary team, manage project and grant controlling, and ensure adherence to grant guidelines. This role is highly impactful, offering the opportunity to shape financial structures and contribute to the organization's long-term social mission. You will serve as a key advisor to the board and various departments, requiring a blend of strategic foresight, leadership capability, and technical financial expertise. The position is ideal for an experienced financial professional looking to drive innovation within a mission-driven, values-based non-profit environment that values professional development and collaborative leadership.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Business Administration or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in finance and accounting
  • Experience in the social economy or non-profit sector is preferred
  • Experience with various legal structures
  • Experience in consolidated financial statements
  • Leadership experience in managing interdisciplinary teams

Languages

German (Basic)

Additional

  • Identification with Christian values and the mission statement of the organization is required.