Director of Global Finance & Accounting, Berlin Brands Group
3+ days a week in office (Spittelmarkt, Berlin)
eCommerce marketplace aggregator
Open for applications
eCommerce marketplace aggregator
501-1000 employees
Open for applications
3+ days a week in office (Spittelmarkt, Berlin)
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To create, build and scale brands globally.
Role
Who you are
- 10+ years’ experience of working in a senior finance role within an international company, ideally in an eCommerce or technology industry
- Proven track record in leading and transforming finance organizations
- Deep understanding of international accounting standards (IFRS, HGB)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Lucanet) and financial planning tools (e.g. PowerBI)
- Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively and establish strong working relationships across all levels as well as with external advisors
- Willingness to engage actively in project implementation and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Fluency in English & German
What the job involves
- We are seeking a Director Global Finance and Accounting (f/m/x) to lead financial operations and drive transformation
- Reporting directly to the CFO, you will ensure accurate global financial reporting, implement robust control frameworks, and guide key financial strategies
- In this role, you will work closely with our own Shared Service Center based in Slovakia, which handles accounts payable and receivable, ensuring seamless collaboration, while the general ledger accounting is managed on-site in Berlin
- This position involves collaborating with senior management, addressing complex financial challenges, and driving initiatives that enhance performance and support business growth
- Are you ready for your next chapter at BBG?
- Develop and implement a robust financial strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives
- Oversee the consolidation and reporting of financial results for multiple entities across different jurisdictions
- Supervise the management of global cash flow, foreign exchange, and banking relationships as well as cash reporting requirements together with our Treasury Management
- Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations together with our Head of Tax
- Identify and mitigate financial risks, including operational, compliance, and reputational risks
- Direct the optimization of financial systems (e.g. LucaNet, SAP) and processes
- Build and develop a high-performing finance team across multiple locations
- Collaborate closely with the executive team and other business units to provide strategic financial advice and support
- Drive global finance transformation, enhance intercompany services, and provide actionable financial insights to improve decision-making
- Manage relationships with financial investors and fulfill their reporting requirements
- Lead projects in the Finance department such as CSRD
Our take
Berlin Brands Group (BBG) is a leading player in the competitive realm of eCommerce business aggregation, positioning itself alongside industry giants such as Thrasio, Heroes, and Razor Group. As the market continues to expand rapidly, BBG strives to establish itself as the modern-day equivalent of Unilever.
The company distinguishes itself through its history of successfully scaling eCommerce brands, setting it apart from other aggregators who primarily focus on operational improvements for Amazon businesses. BBG takes a different approach by prioritising fundamental design and production enhancements, alongside leveraging its expansive network of over 100 consumer channels. To match the operational improvements provided by its competitors, BBG aims to build its logistics and fulfilment infrastructure, as well as its tech platform, further enhancing its capabilities in the market.
It will be interesting to witness whether the company can maintain steady growth, transitioning from 14 well-regarded consumer brands to an M&A powerhouse, but also retain its competitive edge in design and production. The ability to strike a balance between rapid expansion and maintaining the core strengths that set the company apart will ultimately determine its ability to thrive in this evolving landscape.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-15% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Nov 2021
$100m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Sep 2021
$350m
SERIES A
Total funding: $450m
Company HQ
Mitte, Berlin, Germany
Leadership
Peter Both
(Co-Founder, CGEO & CEO for CEE)Co-founded Berlin Brands Group in 2009, where they have served as the CEO for CEE since. They became the Chief Global Expansion Officer on top of that in 2021.
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