Job Description

Our client is a global specialty chemicals manufacturer with headquarters in Asia and a strong international presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is a leading player in advanced material solutions, supplying industries such as automotive, electronics, industrial manufacturing, construction, and renewable energy.

With a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and long-term sustainable growth, the organization operates through its European headquarters near Frankfurt, serving as a strategic commercial and financial hub for the region.

To support continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Finance & Accounting Manager (m/f/d) to join the team on-site in Eschborn.

Your Responsibilites:

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements
• Manage external financial audits and support tax audits, compliance reviews, and inquiries from relevant authorities
• Coordinate and manage communication with local tax advisors as well as tax agents across multiple EU countries
• Oversee SAP-based accounting operations, including journal entry review, approval processes, and continuous process improvement initiatives
• Prepare P&L forecasts and perform variance analysis between actual performance, budgets, and forecasts
• Communicate closely with global headquarters and prepare regular management reports, financial analyses, and ad-hoc business insights
• Support general administrative functions including HR coordination and office administration when required

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in Germany / Europe
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in financial accounting and/or management accounting (controlling)
• Strong understanding of financial closing processes, reporting standards, and tax coordination
• Fluent in Korean and German (spoken and written) is mandatory
• Strong ERP knowledge, ideally with SAP experience
• Prior experience within an audit firm or in external audit is considered a strong advantage
• Structured, reliable, and detail-oriented working style with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working in an international, cross-cultural environment

Benefits

• A key finance position within a stable and internationally growing company
• Direct collaboration with senior leadership and global headquarters
• High level of ownership and responsibility across European operations
• International working environment with long-term development opportunities
• Modern office location in Eschborn near Frankfurt
• Full-time permanent on-site position with strong career prospects