▷ [Immediate Start] Director, Finance Shared Services

JOOLA was first established in 1952 and built a global reputation as a pioneer in table tennis. In 2022, JOOLA expanded into the rapidly growing pickleball scene and quickly attracted the biggest names in the sport. As an official table tennis sponsor for three Summer Olympic Games and the official sponsor of pickleball's top athletes and the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA), the team at JOOLA combines its storied expertise with fresh perspectives to bring innovation to both sports. JOOLA creates a variety of equipment, apparel, and accessories for both table tennis and pickleball players, professional and recreational. With offices in US, Germany, Brazil, and China, JOOLA has a global presence and wide distributor network.

Job Description - Summary

The Director of Finance Shared Services is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the centralized accounting HUB that supports multiple business units across the organization. This role ensures financial operations are accurate, timely, and compliant with US GAAP, IFRS, and company policies, while driving standardization, process innovation, and service excellence.

Beyond operational oversight, the Director builds and develops high-performing teams, establishes KPIs and accountability frameworks, and serves as a trusted business partner to senior leadership. By fostering collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement, this leader ensures the HUB delivers scalable, value-added financial services that support the company’s growth and strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse team of 15+ finance professionals.
• Build a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Develop team members through structured training, feedback, and career progression planning.
• Ensure organizational resilience through succession planning and skills development.

2. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

3. Strategic Business Partnership

4. Ownership & Accountability

5. Process Innovation & Continuous Improvement

6. Governance, Risk & Compliance

Qualifications