ZEISS | Germany | 73xxx Oberkochen (Baden-Württemberg) | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 23.06.2026 on stepstone.de
Head of Consolidation (m/f/x)
Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That's just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together. Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow. Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application silence of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity. Apply now! It takes less than 10 minutes. .
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
Welcome to ZEISS – a company that combines innovation and responsibility!
Our corporate functions are various and make a decisive contribution to the orientation strategic and sustainable success of ZEISS.
Are you an expert in accounting and consolidation with a passion for leading projects and driving digital transformation? We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team and contribute significantly to the financial success of our global operations. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and lead a dynamic team, we would like to hear from you! Your Role Responsible for the preparation, analysis, and review of the financial statements for the ZEISS Group
Ensure compliance with both internal accounting policies and external regulations, according to IFRS
Serve as the main point of contact for all consolidation-related matters
guarantee the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and represent consolidation topics professionally to external auditors
Provide clear and comprehensive information during the financial reporting process
Project lead for the implementation of a new consolidation tool
Handle special consolidation-related assignments as required
Drive the digital transformation and process optimization of group consolidation
Lead, motivate, and develop your team to achieve high performance
Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Extensive experience working in an international audit firm and/or in group accounting within a multinational corporation
Deep expertise in accounting and consolidation under IFRS standards
Proven success in project management
Experience in leading teams
Professional in MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint, as well as ERP and consolidation software (e.g., SAP SEM/BCS)
Fluent in English (written and spoken); proficiency in German is not obligatory but a strong advantage
If you recognize yourself in this profile and are eager to take on a central role in the financial management of an international company, we look forward to receiving your application. .
Location
 | ZEISS | |
| 73447 Oberkochen (Baden-Württemberg) | ||
| Germany |
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