Job Description
Main Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Strategy
* Lead all financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities for the European region.
* Fulfil a key role in the European leadership team, contributing to business planning, investment decisions, and operational strategy.
* Develop and manage regional budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
* Identify risks and opportunities and advise on corrective actions to support business goals.
Accounting, Reporting & Compliance
* Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in accordance with local statutory requirements.
* Ensure compliance with local tax laws, audit standards, and financial regulations in all European jurisdictions.
* Manage statutory audits and liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and legal advisors.
* Work with HQ finance teams to ensure seamless consolidation and global reporting alignment.
* Ability to work to tight deadlines on routine and ad hoc requests.
Business Partnering & Operational Support
1. Partner with Operations, Sales, HR, and Procurement functions to provide financial insights and drive performance improvements.
2. Support plant-level teams in cost accounting, margin ...