Job Family: Finance

Req ID: 417881

CFO and Financial Head – OEZ s.r.o. Letohrad

We are looking for a Head of Finance for our production plant OEZ s.r.o. based in Letohrad. The mission is to fulfill financial targets and responsibilities of the assigned business, conduct operational and strategic decisions, and drive people development.

About the role:

As the Head of Finance, you will oversee the financial management of the factory, which employs approximately 1,700 people and has a business volume of €440 million. Additionally, you will be responsible for the Finance functions of the manufacturing location in Trutnov, which has a business volume of €100 million and 500 employees. Furthermore, OEZ s.r.o has a smaller sales subsidiary in Slovakia, which also reports to you.

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

Trusted Partner and Finance Governance:

Acting as a trusted partner to the Head of Manufacturing and a member of the Finance organization of Operations, applying finance policies and governing the financial management of the manufacturing network.

Financial Steering and Contro l:

Being accountable for efficient and effective financial steering and control of all commercial activities, including factory performance, transfer pricing, business cases, product costing, cash and asset management, productivity, and purchasing & logistics.

Global Cost Out and Productivity Programs :

Driving and steering global cost-out and productivity programs to enhance competitiveness for profitable growth.

Financial Planning, Reporting, and Controlling:

Ensuring consistent financial planning, reporting, and controlling of all relevant business and support processes and KPIs within the manufacturing facility network.

Team Leadership:

Leading a finance team of 200 employees.

Procurement Strategy and Supply Chain Management / Logistics:

Assuring procurement strategy and supply chain management/logistics within the factory, including IT and digitalization.

Risk Management and Internal Control :

Being responsible for an effective risk management and internal control system.

Collaboration:

Collaborating efficiently and in a Smart Infrastructure-oriented manner with peers and internal customers, especially Product Management.

People Development and Fun Work Environment:

Supporting people growth, succession planning, and diversity as absolute priorities. Becoming part of a brilliant team where work is fun.

Your profile:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Business, Finance, or Accounting.

• At least 5 years of experience in finance roles with experience in leading teams within the financial management of global factory networks.

• Deep knowledge of operational factory processes, a passion for productivity, and expertise in Smart Infrastructure (both finance and business/factory).

• International experience and strong intercultural sensitivity, and the ability to work with teams and stakeholders globally.

• Deep and proven interest in manufacturing with advanced knowledge/understanding of all end-to-end business processes.

• Strong management and leadership mindset for stakeholder management and people development.

• Fluent in English and Czech.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking, motivating you to implement projects, drive change, and think outside the box.

• Willingness to go the extra mile and the ability to motivate teams.

If you're ready to take on a challenging and dynamic role in the heart of our manufacturing operations, apply now and be a key player in shaping the future of our Smart Infrastructure!