Job Description

Employment Status:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

We are seeking a strategic and hands‑on Regional Finance Director to lead and optimize our regional finance function. In this key role, you will oversee financial accounting systems, reporting and analysis, business planning, treasury management, and support Corporate M&A and other strategic initiatives. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy driving operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Finance, Accounting & Systems Management

• Build and maintain efficient, cost‑effective accounting systems, policies, and procedures aligned with regional and corporate requirements.
• Ensure accurate implementation of accounting treatments and corporate financial policies.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives across financial and accounting processes.
• Own and maintain regional accounting policies in line with Group and statutory standards; proactively highlight deviations.
• Develop the finance team, ensuring strong internal controls, proper segregation of duties and effective backup structures.
• Lead key financial reporting, including monthly budget‑to‑actuals and DSO performance.

Corporate Support & Strategic Initiatives

• Support pre‑ and post‑acquisition processes for regional M&A targets.
• Engage with external partners to optimize corporate structure, ensure compliance and enable effective tax management.
• Prepare or support f inancial analyses for acquisitions, capital projects, and other strategic initiatives.
• Partner with Corporate to ensure treasury activities are current, aligned with best practices, and effectively managed.

Leadership, Reporting & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process for P&L, capital planning, headcount and KPIs.
• Contribute to strategic planning updates and scenario analyses.
• Ensure accurate statutory and legal entity reporting.
• Coordinate interim and year‑end external audits.
• Consolidate and report regional results, including business line and Global Business Unit reporting.
• Solve day‑to‑day issues and escalate risks appropriately.
• Build strong partnerships with regional operational and financial leaders.
• Analyze financial results and key drivers; compare performance to budget, prior year and FX‑adjusted forecasts.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages and participate in Finance and Regional Operations review meetings.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to enhance forecasting, analysis, and information flow.
• Coach, develop, and mentor team members to support long‑term succession planning.
• Advise and support the Regional SVP in achieving strategic and operational goals.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Accounting designation (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• 5+ years of progressive finance experience.
• Experience with ERP system development and optimization (ideally Workday).
• Strong analytical skills with proven reporting capabilities.
• Excellent communication ( German and English) and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with solid technical understanding.
• High personal integrity and strong ethics.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and talent for developing and mentoring teams.
• Strong IT aptitude and comfort with financial systems.

What we offer

• An interesting and varied job working in one of the most modern test laboratories in Europe
• Flexible working hours
• Wellness Program for a relaxed balance to the daily work routine
• Company pension plan
• Lease a Bike and other company benefits
• Permanent direct employment and a future-proof job

This position requires on-site presence in Plattling

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at HREurope@csagroup.org if you require accommodation in the interview process.