Finance Manager – International
About the Role
Dr. Wolff Group
, a family-owned German multinational, is offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious
Finance Manager
. This position will be based in our fantastic Ancoats office in Manchester and will be an internationally focussed role managing the finances of several international markets.
The Dr. Wolff Group has been owned by several generations of family, selling products in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industry since 1905, with around 900 colleagues worldwide. We are a team of
problem solvers
, originating from the city of Bielefeld in Germany, which inspire people worldwide Our brands include: Alpecin, Bioniq, KAREX, Linola, Plantur and V-san.
The role will alongside the UK team which operates as a growing regional HUB supporting the Head Office in central Germany. The UK team prides itself on being a
dynamic, fast-growing group
that has tripled in size over the past year. It's a fantastic place to work for like-minded individuals.
Working here can feel like being in a
startup environment
—fast-paced, agile, and full of opportunity—
but with the financial backing of a global company
present in over 50 countries. As our international businesses continues to expand, this role will offer significant opportunities for personal and professional growth, including
international exposure and travel
across European and global markets.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
* Full ownership of the
accounting processes for several of our international markets
, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
* Month-end reconciliation oversight for:
* Revenue, COGS, Stock, Overheads, Recharges, and Transfer Pricing.
* Communication with English-speaking headquarters in Germany and ensuring accurate and successful consolidation.
* Coding and posting of accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions.
* Leading Subsidiary
audit processes
, ensuring all documentation is available and addressing auditor queries effectively.
Cash & Treasury Management
* Maintain
cash and bank journals
and prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
* Monitor payment terms and cash forecasts to ensure financial stability.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
* Develop and enhance financial
reporting tools
to support strategic decision-making.
* Partner with the General Manager to drive
commercial performance
and identify revenue and cost opportunities.
* Full ownership of bottom-up
forecasting and budgeting
for all P&L items.
What We're Looking For
Essential Qualifications & Skills
* Degree educated with
2+ years of post-qualification experience
.
* Strong Microsoft Excel skills
(advanced functions, financial modelling).
* Experience handling
inventory accounting
.
* A team player with a meticulous,
positive attitude
.
* Independent, reliable, and confident
in managing financial responsibilities.
* Strong
analytical skills and attention to detail
.
* A
critical thinker
with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
Desirable Experience
* Knowledge of
SAP and/or SAP B1
.
* Experience working in an
international organisation
.
* Familiarity with
e-commerce accounting
(Shopee, Lazada, Amazon, etc.).
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a finance role—it's an opportunity to shape the future
of high growth international markets while benefiting from the
security and global network of a multinational leader
. If you thrive in a fast-moving environment and are excited by the idea of
taking full ownership of finance in a high-growth business
, we'd love to hear from you
Apply now and be part of our success story