We are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Interim Senior Manager / Head of Accounting & Taxation to join us on a maternity leave cover contract and lead our global accounting operations during this period. This is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing accounting, treasury, tax, statutory reporting, and audit activities across multiple jurisdictions, while ensuring business continuity and supporting the ongoing growth of the organization.As a key member of the Finance team, you will partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business, providing financial leadership, strengthening controls and governance, and driving operational excellence across the finance function. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment, bringing stability, leadership, and hands‑on execution to a dynamic international business.What you'll doLead end‑to‑end accounting activities across global entities, ensuring accurate ongoing accounting operations, closing, and complianceLead and develop the Accounting team, ensuring timely and reliable execution, continuity, and capability through periods of growthOwn monthly and annual close process, driving compliance with IFRS and local statutory requirementsStrengthen financial policies, internal controls, and reporting frameworks to support scalability, audit readiness, and business growthOversee operational treasury activities and liquidity monitoring, optimising working capital, payment operations, and financial risk controlsManage intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and recharge processes across various group entitiesCoordinate multi‑jurisdictional tax compliance in partnership with external advisorsLead statutory audits and operational engagement with auditors and external stakeholdersSupport and collectively drive the ongoing optimisation of ERP and associated workflows through enhanced automation and operational efficiencyAct as a business partner to internal stakeholders, enabling data‑driven decision‑making and efficient information flowQualificationsDegree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACCA, ACA, CPA, or equivalent preferred10+ years' experience in accounting/finance, including multi‑entity or international exposureStrong expertise in IFRS, statutory reporting, and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictionsProven track record in closing, consolidation, audits, intercompany processes, and stakeholder managementExperience managing treasury, cash flow, and working capital in a dynamic environmentHands‑on and highly proficient with ERP systems; Microsoft Business Central is a big plusYou will bringA hands‑on, proactive mindset with strong attention to detailProven track record to lead and develop high‑performing teamsStrong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders and external advisorsA problem‑solving, quality‑driven, continuous improvement mindsetThrive and enjoy operating in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environmentWhy Allies of Skin?Competitive salaryFlexible work environment offering hybrid optionsCentral office location in BerlinExclusive product perks for Allies employeesA day off to celebrate your birthdayA collaborative, innovative, and inclusive company cultureThis is a hybrid role, requiring a combination of in‑office and home office work.#J-18808-Ljbffr