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Senior Finance Manager

CompanyLGC Group
LocationBerlin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 16, 2026
About The Company
Axolabs specialises in a new class of drugs whose active ingredients are chemically derived from DNA or RNA. They are called oligonucleotide or nucleic acid therapeutics. We use our many years of expertise to help our clients make them a success. Some of these drugs have already been approved and are being used successfully against diseases that were previously untreatable in some cases. New drugs from this class are added every year. Axolabs is part of the LGC Group. Its business unit for nucleic acid therapeutics is combined under the brand name Axolabs. Axolabs operates companies in the following locations: Axolabs, Kulmbach, Germany Axolab Kulmbach GmbH, is the world’s leading custom research organization in the field of nucleic acid therapeutics with a wide range of services. Axolabs Berlin, Berlin, Germany Axolabs Berlin is currently establishing a new site in Berlin for GMP manufacturing of nucleic acid therapeutics. The site will be dedicated to medium to large scale and early to late phase clinical GMP manufacturing of nucleic acid therapeutics. The state-of-the-art facility will deliver integrated analytical and manufacturing solutions. The operational start date is scheduled for 2025. Axolabs Petaluma, Petaluma, California, USA Axolabs operates a cGMP production facility in Petaluma for oligonucleotide compounds for technical, toxicological and preclinical to late-stage clinical trials. Services: bioinformatics, oligonucleotide synthesis, analytics and in vitro / in vivo analysis.
About the Role

Company Description

ABOUT LGC:

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. 

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Senior Finance Manager to join our finance team. This role is ideal for a qualified finance professional with over 8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), deep expertise in German GAAP and German Tax, and ideally a strong background in manufacturing or the pharmaceutical/life sciences industry. The successful candidate will demonstrate gravitas, attention to detail, and strong presentation skills. They will act as a strategic finance business partner to senior stakeholders and lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Drive strategic finance business partnering with senior stakeholders to influence operational and financial performance.
  • Ensure full compliance with German GAAP and German tax regulations, including statutory accounts and tax filings.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
  • Present financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership with clarity and impact.
  • Enhance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in financial reporting and cost accounting processes.
  • Support financial period close activities, including reconciliations and intercompany transactions.
  • Provide financial support for project execution, including planning, tracking, and reporting of project-related financial activities
  • Collaborate with auditors, tax advisors, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
  • Monitor and analyze key financial metrics and cost drivers to support decision-making.
  • Champion process optimization and automation initiatives within the finance function.
  • Lead and develop the local finance team
  • Manage relationship with BPO

Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Recognised qualification in accounting and / or tax (e.g., Bilanzbuchhalter*in IHK, Steuerberater*in, or equivalent academic degree)
  • Minimum 8 years PQE in finance roles, including leadership experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge of German GAAP and German tax compliance is a must
  • Ideally proven experience in a manufacturing or pharma/life sciences environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence strategic decisions.
  • Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively across cultures and time zones.
  • Experienced managing Business Process Outsourcer (BPO)
  • Proficient in ERP systems (e.g. IFS) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Fluent in English and German language is absolutely essential, C1/C2

Key Attributes

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
  • Gravitas and credibility to engage with senior stakeholders.
  • A continuous improvement mindset with a drive to streamline and optimise processes.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Intellectually curious, eager to understand the business and challenge the status quo.

Additional Information

OUR VALUES

  • PASSION
  • CURIOSITY 
  • INTEGRITY
  • BRILLIANCE
  • RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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  • Department: Finance
    • Key Skills
    German GAAPGerman TaxFinancial ReportingBudgetingForecastingFinancial PlanningPresentation SkillsStakeholder ManagementProcess OptimizationCost AccountingAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailLeadershipERP SystemsExcelFluent in EnglishFluent in German
    Categories
    Finance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipHealthcareManufacturingScience & Research
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    Lead and manage the finance team while driving strategic finance business partnering with senior stakeholders. Ensure compliance with German GAAP and tax regulations, oversee budgeting and forecasting, and enhance financial reporting processes.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    10+
    💼Company Size
    175
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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