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Title: Finance Business Partner (w/m/d)

Location: Ulm, DE

Department: Business

Job Description:

As part of the Oxford Instruments Group, WITec GmbH is a world-leading manufacturer of high-resolution nanoanalytical microscope systems. Our customers – academic and industrial research laboratories – particularly value the precision, versatility and flexibility of our devices.

The product range of WITec GmbH includes the world’s best confocal Raman devices, which can be fully expanded with AFM and SNOM. Our systems, which are individually adapted to the requirements of our customers, contribute to new findings and solutions in many areas of science, research and development worldwide.

To support our growth, we are looking for a motivated colleague at the Ulm location to strengthen and expand our finance team.

Finance Business Partner (f/m/d)

Your tasks:

Creation and communication of regular and ad-hoc reports with analysis and insights for the site management team

Collaborate with product management to increase sales and margins, monitor key performance indicators and optimize pricing strategies

Partner with operations to improve efficiency and margins and support strategic procurement initiatives

Managing currency risks and optimizing prices and margins accordingly

Providing pricing, analysis and financial support for contracts, tenders and R&D and investment projects, ensuring robust business models and cash management

Monitoring division performance, providing expert commentary and supporting business planning

Ensuring compliance with Group policies, managing financial risks and leading the local finance team, supporting audit and tax processes

Your qualifications:

Completed studies in the field of finance (business administration, economics, accounting or controlling) with relevant professional experience

Work experience in the manufacturing industry with complex bill of materials (BOM)

Proven experience working at a senior level and experience in ERP implementation

Successful implementation of process improvement projects

Experienced in Excel, Python, Power BI, Tableau; knowledge of Datev/Controller systems

Strong interpersonal, communication and persuasive skills

Coaching approach in leadership style

Strong organizational and analytical skills; experience with KPIs and evaluation

Presentation and communication experience at management level

High energy, strong commercial mindset and integrity

Fluent in German and English

Our range:

Secure employment in an expanding and globally active nanotechnology company with a future

A meaningful job with varied, interesting tasks & space for your own ideas

Fast decision-making processes and flat hierarchies

Financial security in old age through a subsidy of 80% for company pension provision

Modern workplace in an easily accessible location in Science Park II with tram stop and free parking right outside the door

Development opportunities worldwide through membership of the Oxford Instruments Group

Home office & remote option (possible depending on activity)

JobRad, EGYM Wellpass, company parties and much more

Does the position sound exciting? Then we look forward to receiving your detailed application documents (including employment certificates and references) stating your availability and salary expectations .

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