Kaufmaennischer Leiter (m/w/d)

Zadient Materials Europe, the German entity of Zadient Technologies, operates the Silicon Products Bitterfeld chemical-thermal production plant for the manufacture of silicon carbide at the Bitterfeld-Wolfen Chemical Park, based on a self-developed and patented process.

Technical teams have many years of experience and unique technological know-how in the production of silicon carbide for the semiconductor industys. With the continuous expansion of our production we contribute to the transformation of the entire energy and mobility sector.

Mission

To support our scale-up we are looking for a Finance and Administration Director. The responsibility includes controlling and financial integrity, with a strong focus on industrial cost-accounting and production cost control.

Role and responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the commercial functions of Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Procurement and Human Resources, as well as for their strategic and operational development within the framework of Zadient Technologies group
• Manage liquidity planning, including the preparation of budgets and forecasts and regular management reporting
• Lead accounting, monthly closing, financial reporting, cash management and tax filings with and external advisers. Analyze costs, margins and variances, ensuring accurate information and effective internal controls.
• Support Zadient Technologies group, and in link with the Bitterfeld Site President (technical voice) bring strategic, economic and entrepreneurial decisions, in particular by analyzing business performance indicators and deriving measures to optimize profitability and cost structure
• Review and assessment of contracts in close cooperation with the project managers and the technical management
• Manage entity administration, insurance, contracts and corporate records, ensuring compliance with law;
• Lead payroll and local HR administration, with service providers and with the support and in alignment with the Group policies. Further develop and digitalize commercial processes and structures
• Point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, banks, public authorities and other external partners

• Successfully completed degree in Business Administration, Economics or a comparable commercial qualification
• At least 7 years of professional experience in a senior commercial position, including team management. Sound knowledge of Finance and Accounting, Controlling, Procurement and Human Resources
• At least 4 years of experience in industry (chemical process, Si or SiC production, etc..).
• Experience in working with auditors, tax advisors, public authorities and external business partners

• Strong experience and expertise in finance budgeting, forecasting, manufacturing cost accounting, product costing, OPEX, inventory and CAPEX controlling.
• Demonstrated success in management of strategic and operational purchasing and procurement.
• Confident handling of business performance indicators, financial planning and reporting
• Knowledge of German employment law and of relevant human resources and social security matters
• Very good MS Office skills and a strong affinity for digital processes and modern ERP
• Very good German and English language skills are mandatory (C1 level minimum)
• Leadership, ability to build teams and manage change.
• Strong communication skills, assertiveness and decisiveness
• Pronounced entrepreneurial thinking and acting: Independent, structured and solution-oriented way of working
• High level of ownership, reliability and integrity.

We offer:

• Ability to shape the finance and administration team
• A dynamic and interdisciplinary work environment and an international team
• Attractive, performance-based remuneration and further benefits (including Edenred, childcare allowance, Jobrad bicycle leasing)

• 30 days of annual leave
• Remote working possible
• Flexible working hours and arrangements