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

conQuaesso JOBS

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published May 11, 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. You will be responsible for developing financial strategies, overseeing economic, investment, and liquidity planning, and ensuring proper accounting practices, particularly those relevant to non-profit organizations. A key aspect of the role involves advancing the organization's controlling systems and managing project-based funding, ensuring compliance with grant guidelines. You will lead an interdisciplinary team and serve as a central advisor to the board and various departments, directly influencing the organization's strategic direction. This position offers significant creative freedom to shape financial structures and the opportunity to work in a values-driven environment where your financial expertise directly supports meaningful social impact.

Required Skills

Education

Completed 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 highly desirable.
  • Experience with various legal entity structures.
  • Experience in group financial statements (Konzernabschlüsse).
  • Demonstrated experience in leadership and guiding teams through development processes.

Languages

German (Basic)

Additional

  • Identification with the Christian values and mission statement of IN VIA Köln e.V. is required.