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Name: Patrick Liedtke
Date of birth/place: November 6th 1977/ Dortmund
Nationality: German
Address: Bülowstraße 2, 45711 Datteln
Title: Certified Tax Consultant Dipl.-Oec. (eq. M.Sc. BA & Economics)
Key facts & abilities
I focus on measurable impact across Finance, Tax, and Admin combining hands on leadership, close excellence, governance, and automation. I align teams and processes around clear outcomes, from faster closes and audit readiness to scalable controls and transparent reporting. By applying pragmatic tooling and data driven workflows, I reduce manual effort and embed compliance into day to day operations. The five pillars below summarize the proven levers I use in global, cross functional environments.
Leadership & Transformation
Hands on leadership of global, cross functional teams, driving focused transformation across Finance, Tax, and Admin functions with clear outcomes.
Financial Reporting & Closing
Audit‒ready financial statements under IFRS, US‒GAAP, and HGB, supported by reliable fast close routines, consolidation, and reporting discipline.
Tax Strategy & Compliance
Execution driven tax work with a strong compliance backbone across CIT, VAT, and TP‒practical, scalable, and aligned with the business.
Systems, Workflows & Automation
Lean, system-driven efficiency through SAP, D365, and DATEV, plus lightweight workflow automation and focused reporting solutions. I streamline postings, approvals, reconciliations, and tax workflows, embed controls directly into processes, and build clean data flows that shorten close cycles without overwhelming the organization.
Audits, Controls & Governance
Design and embed robust control environments that pass audits, reduce risk, and meet ICS/SOX expectations without adding unnecessary friction.
Professional activities
07/2024 – 10/2024
Körber AG, Hamburg
German based group; approx. 2,9m EUR revenues, rg. 12.000 employees in over 100 countries; 4 key business areas Digital, Pharma, Supply Chain, Technologies
Project Manager Fast-Close (Interim)
Enhance use of SAP for closing procedures
Reduce manual closing preparations and postings
Pull closing date 3 days earlier
Optimize processes and best practices
04/2024 – 07/2024
Nordex SE, Hamburg
International wind turbine engineering, construction, project and servicegroup with more than 7bn EUR revenues, roughly 10.000 employees, capitalmarket listing and represented in over 20 countries
Project Manager Finance & Tax (interim)
Ensure global tax compliance and VAT collections
Enhance filling process and eliminate manuel workarounds
Recommend organisational redesign for tax and accounting dept
08/2022 – 05/2024
GERRY WEBER Internat. AG ,
Halle (Westf.)
German clothing company with ~€350m revenue.
Focus on women’s fashion; established retail & wholesale network.
Core markets in DACH with broader European reach.
Director Tax & Accounting (interim)
Transformation of finance & accounting structures
Lead tax, finance & accounting teams (25-30 FTEs)
Improve closing and audit processes
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Manage implementation of Internal Control System (ICS)
Ensure closing and audit of group financial statements (IFRS) and HGB statutory
03/2022 – 06/2022
ProGlove/Workaround GmbH, Munich
Munich-based German start-up.
Develops, produces, and distributes smart wearable barcode scanners.
Enables hands-free data capture for manufacturing, logistics, and field ops.
Vice President Finance (Interim)
Ensure closing and audit of financial statements FY2021
Implement optimized process and best practices
Support preparation of shareholder transactions
Lead finance team (5 FTEs)
11/2021 – 04/2022
Horizon Global/Westfalia-Automotiv GmbH.-Rheda-Wiedenbrück
US stock exchanged listed group; Development; production and
distribution of car related parts metallurgy;. German subsidiary aprx 200m EUR revenues
Finance Manager (interim)
Enhance US-GAAP and HGB closing process to enable German team to meet requirements independently going forward
Ensure efficient SOX-Controls and Account Reconcilations for FY2021
07/2024 – 10/2024
James Hardie Holdings GmbH, Düsseldorf
US stock exchange listed group. Production and distribution of fiber gypsum and fiber cement products, previous Fermacell GmbH acquired by James Hardie in 2018. European turnover of roughly 420m EUR in 20
European countries, where company is represented by subsidiaries or permanent establishments
Consultant Finance & SOX Controls (interim)
Global Controller / Head of Finance (interim)
Consultant Finance & SOX Controls (interim)
Global Controller / Head of Finance (interim)
Consultant (interim/2days per week)
Restructuring of business area and implementation of
various process to bring finance procedures up to date
Build up new accounting team and fix issues arising from
non-optimal transition period
Direct Finance & Accounting team (45-50 FTEs)
08/2021 – 12/2021
04/2021 – 07/2021
10/2020 – 03/2021
02/2020 – 09/2020
09/2018 – 02/2020
Ensure the preparation of account reconciliations and SOX Controls and ensure passing internal and external audit
Ensure the preparation of Individual and Group financial
statements according to HGB and US-GAAP including
reporting to headquarter
10/2018 – 03/2020
COMPO EXPERT Holding GmbH, Münster
Famous and leading fertilizer production and distributing company with subsidiaries across Europe, South America, APAC and South Africa; annual turnover of roughly 400m EUR; Part of polish chemical Grupa Azoty S.A. since November 2018
Head of Finance (interim)
Head of Group Accounting & Taxation (interim)
Direct Finance, Accounting and Tax (6-8 FTEs)
Ensure the preparation of Individual and Group financial
statements according to HGB and IFRS including reporting to headquarter
Restructuring of business area and implementation of various process to bring finance procedures up to date
Lead and execute Post-Merger-Integration into Grupa Azoty including preparation of leakage claims within post-closing due diligence,
09/2019 – 02/2020
10/2018 – 02/2020
PPA calculation supported by Deloitte,
change of fiscal year to synchronize with headquarter and
transition from SEM-BCS to BPC system.
07/2009 - 09/2018
Senvion SE Group, Hamburg
(former Repower Systems AG Group)
International wind turbine engineering, construction, project and service group with more than 2bn EUR revenues, roughly 4.000 employees, capital market listing and represented in over 20 countries
Senior Vice President Tax & Accounts (perm)
Vice President Finance & Accounting (interim)
Consultant Management Control (interim)
Successful reorganization of global finance organization by outsourcing process work, insourcing knowledge work, and reducing capacities and consulting costs by €3 million per year.
Lead and support Corporate Finance Projects like M&A, Due Diligence, Refinancing and IPO and be a guarantor for their successful execution
Direct and manage the countries finance teams, set standards and implement processes
Own and manage tax compliance, open tax and accounting topics and policy changes
Steering, direction and successful execution of SAP
implementation and improvement projects
01/2016 – 09/2018
11/2012 – 12/2015
07/2009 – 10/2012
Steering and successful execution of tax compliance programs to mitigate risks, reduce payables, and recover lost tax payments in a high two-digit million € amount.
Direct all tax and accounting functions and sign responsible for up to 60 employees
Ensure the preparation of Individual and Group financial
statements according to HGB and IFRS as well as the
preparation of annual tax declaration according to tax laws
Integration of accounting and tax procedures in the operational functions and improvement of cooperation with the same
10/2007 – 09/2009
Cirrus Group Holding GmbH, Saarbrücken/Stuttgart
Airline, aviation services, and maintenance (MRO) group.
~€350m revenue; ~1,500 employees.
Operations across regional air transport, fleet support, and technical services.
Business administration manager Technik (interim)
Director Finance & Accounting Aviation (interim)
Direct Finance, Accounting and Controlling as well as
Invoicing and Treasury functions as Business administration manager at Cirrus Technik GmbH (18-25 FTEs)
execute Post-Merger-Integration of Cirrus Aviation into DC Aviation, Stuttgart
Lead Finance team including Accounting, Tax and Controlling at Cirrus Aviation GmbH (20 FTEs)
Develop strategic objectives
09/2008 – 09/2009
10/2007 – 07/2008
Ensure the preparation of Individual and Group financial
statements according to HGB and IFRS including reporting to headquarter
Restructuring of business area and implementation of
permanent leadership and management positions
Ensure the preparation of budget and forecast and related activities
Further activities
Complementing my client work, I take on roles that bridge strategic oversight and hands on execution across governance, entrepreneurship, and advisory practice. This keeps me close to markets, regulation, and day to day operations, so strategies are stress tested against real constraints and translated into measurable outcomes. By running initiatives end to end design, implementation, and review I build short feedback loops, codify repeatable playbooks, and transfer know-how into teams. The result is pragmatic, execution ready insight that improves decision quality, accelerates delivery, and sustains value creation across mandates.
Since 09/2023
FCIUM AG – Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Since August 2022, I oversee governance, strategy, and risk at FCIUM AG in Datteln.
Focus on transparent decisions, financial integrity, and sustainable value creation.
Since 07/2009
FACTS Consultants GmbH StBG — Shareholder & Managing Director
Since July 2009, I lead advisory and tax mandates at FACTS Consultants in Datteln.
Focus on practical execution in finance, transformation, and measurable client value.
Since 04/2008
Liedtke Tax Consulting — Owner
Since April 2008, I provide tax advisory services to companies and individuals in Datteln.
Focus on compliance, efficiency, and sustainable financial solutions.
12/2003 – 03/2008
Bothe Steuerberatungs GmbH
— Tax Assistant
Dec 2003–Mar 2008, supported corporate and individual tax engagements in Recklinghausen across CIT, VAT, payroll, and personal tax. Prepared filings and working papers, assisted with annual financial statements, coordinated audit readiness and authority correspondence, and improved deadline and documentation routines under German tax law.
01/2002 - 11/2003
Fuchs Mittelstandsberatung KG — General Manager
Jan 2002–Nov 2003, led operations and client projects in Dortmund.
Delivered mid cap consulting focused on restructuring, finance, and execution.
01/2002 - 11/2003
Burk AG / Lauscher & Partner
— Working Student, Insolvency & Restructuring
Jan 2002–Nov 2003, Münster/Greven; supported insolvency and restructuring case work.
Assisted analysis, documentation, and creditor reporting within German insolvency procedures.
04/1999 – 12/2001
ZIK Gruppenreisen International GmbH
— Working Student, Controlling (North America)
Apr 1999–Dec 2001, Datteln; supported financial controlling for the North American market.
Prepared management reports, analyzed revenue and cost structures, and assisted with budgeting and performance tracking.
Education
(03/2007–03/2008)
Certified Tax Consultant Exam
Professional qualification spanning corporate and international taxation, VAT, and transfer pricing within German tax law. Strengthened audit collaboration and compliance processes for mid‒sized and international businesses. Established a regulation first mindset that underpins governance, risk management, and execution in finance.
(04/1999–09/2004)
Diplom–Ökonom , Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Major fields: International Accounting, Auditing, and Taxation, with emphasis on IFRS/US‒GAAP and reporting. Built analytical depth in consolidation, external audit procedures, and tax policy frameworks. Formed the technical backbone for later work in fast close, controls (ICS/SOX), and transaction readiness.
Interests
Football, hiking, travel, family time and the occasional game of pool keep me grounded and curious.
They build the same strengths I rely on at work: teamwork, stamina, and clear thinking.
Football
Travel
Family
Work
Hiking
Closing Note
I value working with people who share curiosity, integrity, and a drive for measurable results. Each project is an opportunity to simplify complexity and turn plans into tangible outcomes. Collaboration, transparency, and respect are the principles I rely on both in leadership and daily work.
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