Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with German accounting standards (HGB), Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, Monitor and analyse actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, Conduct financial analysis, including profitability analysis, cost analysis, and trend analysis, Assist the CFO in creating the financial strategy of the business, Manage and forecast cash flows to ensure adequate liquidity, Ensure compliance with German tax regulations and manage relationships with external tax advisors, Develop and maintain internal control procedures, Coordinate and manage annual financial audits, Stay current with German financial regulations and accounting standards, Continuously improve and optimise financial systems and processes, Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing financial guidance and support