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Finance Business Partner - Manager (m, f, d)

Temporary, Full-time · Berlin, Potsdam
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Your Responsibilities
We are looking for a new colleague to join our Finance Team in Berlin and Potsdam on a full-time basis 40 hour a week starting as soon as possible. 

The opportunity:
 
This position is part of the Senior Leadership team at the University and within the wider GUS Germany Group. It is a full business partner position as the key finance lead within the university supporting the development of the business and its financial strategy and performance.
 
Key Activities & Responsibilities:
  • Supporting business strategy and the derived financial planning, analysis, and forecasting
  • Understanding the cost and revenue drivers in the business and understanding and dealing with budget variances
  • Understanding, monitoring and developing financial performance
  • Providing finance and business support to the CEO and the operational teams in the University
  • Manage month-end closing process, group and statutory audits
  • Supporting the preparation of management reports and forecasts
  • Responsible for compliance with relevant company policies and procedures and responsible for statutory/Ministry statistics reporting 
  • Work closely with the Finance Head Office e.g. on Budgets, Financial and Business Planning, Forecasting, Reporting
  • Lead, motivate and develop a team of 3-4 Accountants
  • Working with group and university stakeholders to manage the banking, accounts payable, credit control, payroll, internal financial management and wider group reporting
Your profile
  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration 
  • Preferably have an accounting or financial professional qualification
  • Substantial and relevant experience in Financial Management, Financial Planning and Analysis, preferably at Business Partner level
  • Good knowledge and experience of accounting regulations (German GAAP and IFRS)
  • Proficiency with financial software and tools, such as ERP (Unit 4, Datev) and Excel for financial management and analysis
  • Able to build strong relationship to the business and manage various stakeholders
  • Self-motivated with a positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience presenting to senior directors
  • High resilience and able to work independently 
Why us?
  • Opportunity to work with a great team in a dynamic and international culture
  • A workplace in our modern, centrally located campuses in Berlin and Potsdam
  • Numerous campus events from the fields of art, culture, business, and science
  • Opportunity to develop and implement new ideas and concepts
  • Personal and professional development
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About us

GUS Germany GmbH (GGG) is an innovative and dynamic network of world-class higher education institutions that is committed to empowering students with the knowledge and skills they need to make a positive impact in the world. Our mission is to foster visionary leaders who can drive meaningful change for society.


With a strong presence in Germany, Europe, and beyond, GGG is made up of several well-known brands, including UE (University of Europe for Applied Sciences), BSBI (Berlin School of Innovation & Business), htk design academy, and GISMA University for Applied Sciences. Our thriving student body of over 10,000 learners across our institutions benefits from a wide range of academic disciplines, such as business, technology, data science, engineering, sports, and fine arts.


As part of the Global University Systems (GUS) network, which comprises over 48 universities across Europe, the USA, Australia, Asia, and South America, with over 87,000 students, we are dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences to our students.


At GGG, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. Our employees play a vital role in ensuring that our students succeed at every step of their career path. Join our team and be a part of a culture of innovation and excellence in education.  www.gusgermany.com

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Über uns

Global University Systems (GUS) ist eines der vielfältigsten Netzwerke von Hochschuleinrichtungen auf der ganzen Welt. GUS bildet in einer Vielzahl von Programmen aus, darunter Bachelor- und Masterstudiengänge, Englischsprachkurse sowie Berufs-, Unternehmens- und Führungskräfteausbildung. An 57 Standorten, u.a. in Großbritannien, Kanada, den Vereinigten Staaten, der Karibik, Irland, Israel, Singapur und Deutschland, bilden rund 87.000 Studierende ein internationales Netzwerk, um gemeinsam zu lernen. Die University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) ist Teil des Global University Systems. In Deutschland hat die UE ihren Hauptsitz in Potsdam und weitere Standorte in Berlin, Hamburg und Iserlohn. Die UE zeichnet sich durch ihren besonderen Praxisbezug, ihre Internationalität, moderne Lehrinhalte und den persönlichen Umgang mit den Studierenden aus. Jeden Tag tragen die Mitarbeiter/innen der UE mit innovativen Ideen dazu bei, die UE ihren Zielen näher zu bringen: Qualität, Service, Internationalität und Wachstum. Die Studiengänge sind das Ergebnis des direkten Austauschs zwischen UE-Professor/innen, Mitarbeiter/innen und Studierenden sowie des Feedbacks von potenziellem Arbeitgeber/innen. www.gusgermany.com

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