Head of IT CFO Business Platforms & Applications (m/f/d) Greater Nuernberg, Germany Area

Company Description

LEONI is a global provider of products, solutions and services for energy and data management in the automotive industry. The group of companies has around 95,000 employees in 23 countries and generated consolidated sales of EUR 3.9 billion in 2025 (excluding the former Automotive Cable Solutions division).

Since mid‑2025, we have been part of the Luxshare Group, one of the world’s leading solution providers for consumer electronics, communications and data centers, automotive, and medical industries, based in China. Join us and help shape the future of connectivity together.

Job Description

Shape the Future of Finance Technology at LEONI

LEONI is transforming the way Business and IT work together. We are looking for an experienced Head of IT CFO Business Platforms & Applications to take overall responsibility for the global Finance Applications organization and act as the strategic IT partner to the CFO organization.

In this senior leadership role, you will drive Finance IT strategy, the evolution of the application landscape, digital transformation and organizational development across a global business environment.

Your Responsibilities

Act as the strategic IT partner to the CFO organization, building and maintaining strong relationships with senior Finance stakeholders

Take overall responsibility for the global IT CFO Business Platforms & Applications organization, including its strategy, organizational structure, operating model and overall performance

Lead the strategic development of the Finance application landscape and oversee the entire application lifecycle, portfolio and governance

Drive Finance transformation through digitalization, automation and standardization of business processes

Manage investments, budgets, resources, business demand and delivery priorities, ensuring efficient resource allocation and service delivery

Ensure compliance, application security, regulatory alignment and adherence to audit requirements

Lead, empower and develop international teams and leaders, building a high-performing organization with clear accountabilities

Collaborate closely with Finance, Enterprise Architecture, IT, regional organizations and external partners to ensure strategic alignment and effective global execution

Qualifications

University degree in Finance, IT or a related field; an advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage

Extensive leadership experience in Finance IT, Business Applications, ERP or Digital Transformation, ideally in a global, matrix-organized environment

Proven ability to partner with CFOs and senior Finance stakeholders, translating business priorities into effective IT strategies and solutions

Strong experience managing complex enterprise application portfolios, global transformation programs, budgets and resources

In-depth understanding of Finance processes, including Accounting, Controlling, Treasury, Tax, Consolidation and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Finance, SAP FI/CO, Group Reporting, Treasury, SAP Analytics Cloud and financial planning solutions

Knowledge of German and European regulatory requirements, including HGB, IFRS, Internal Controls and Audit Compliance

Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead international teams, drive organizational change and communicate effectively in both German and English

Additional Information

Self-determined, flexible work through trust-based working hours and home office options

Attractive performance-based compensation including vacation and Christmas bonuses in a company bound by collective agreements

Grow with us through the diverse learning and training opportunities offered by the LEONI Academy

Modern office concepts with communicative layouts, work islands, and quiet zones

Stay fit and healthy with regular health days, preventive check-ups, and group sports activities

People of all genders are always meant equally; for linguistic simplification and better readability, only the masculine form is used in the text.

LEONI processes your application data in an IT-system that is consistent across the company and uses Foreign Service providers. By sending your application, you agree to this procedure. LEONI ensures the compliance with data protection.

LEONI Bordnetz-Systeme GmbH

Working Model: Hybrid

Contact: Pira Jeya; +49 9321 304 5770