Overview
Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong background in international accounting and statutory reporting? This is an excellent opportunity to take on a pivotal role within a global business, overseeing the financial processes of multiple European entities and leading a small, dedicated finance team. The company is a well-established organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector that values precision and expertise in delivering high-quality results.
As International Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end financial management of five European legal entities across France, Germany, the UK, Spain, and Italy. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to ensure accurate reporting, statutory compliance, and effective financial planning and forecasting. This is a hands-on leadership role with scope to shape processes, drive improvements, and make a tangible impact on the business.
Responsibilities
* Oversee statutory accounting for European entities including journal entries, reconciliations, month/year-end close, and tax/VAT returns
* Lead and participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual closings, including trial balance reviews, flux analysis, payroll and expense reporting, and Sarbanes-Oxley certifications
* Manage external and internal audits across multiple countries
* Support system and process improvements, including transitioning the France general ledger from Sage to Oracle
* Partner with US-based finance teams, providing insight and support for global reporting
* Lead, mentor, and develop a small European finance team
Qualifications
* Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
* Experience in financial close and forecasting, with at least 5 years in accounting
* Confident in leading teams, keeping projects on track and delivering results under pressure
* Comfortable working with ERP systems
* Skilled in international statutory reporting, ideally with 8-10 years of experience
* Familiar with accounting requirements in France, Germany, and the UK
* Used to working in multi-national, multi-currency organisations
Job Offer
* A competitive salary ranging from £85,000 to £95,000 per annum
* 25 days holiday + statutory holidays
* 10% bonus
* International travel to the USA and Europe
* A supportive and collaborative company culture
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance
Industries
* Accounting
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr