Finance Manager

For our client, an international distribution company, a leader in its sector, we are looking for a Finance Manager. We are looking for a person who will be able to take care of the strategy for further development of the organization, while also focusing on day-to-day operational activities.

Scope of responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the General Manager, contribute to and make decisions regarding the overall business direction and policies of the company.
• Define, implement, and oversee the company39s financial strategy within organizational guidelines, policies, and principles, ensuring financial requirements are met.
• Coordinate the company39s budgeting and forecasting process, aligning local estimations with corporate expectations, and managing sales revenues, margins, EBIT, and CAPEX.
• Prepare and update monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the local management team, providing economic analyses and guidance on significant financial matters.
• Ensure compliance with fiscal, tax, and corporate directives, policies, and guidelines, implementing local policies and processes in accordance with local laws.
• Analyze, recommend, approve, and monitor company investments, considering profitability and financing alternatives.
• Oversee general ledger and accounting practices, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and Group Policies, and managing fiscal reporting, balance sheet reports, local GAAP, and Tax accounting.
• Plan and monitor cash, borrowings, and ABS in coordination with Group Treasury, establishing relations and negotiations with financial firms and banks.
• Manage local tax matters and transfer prices to ensure compliance.
• Monitor business performance based on company KPIs, identifying potential risks and ensuring early warning within the Group39s risk management policies.
• Participate in group or local projects and lead local projects as necessary.
• Manage and inspire subordinate staff, evaluate performance, foster professional development, and ensure business continuity and succession planning.

Qualification:

• Master or diploma in business administration and / or finance (university or university of applied sciences)
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in finance
• Preferably three years of management experience and experience in working in an (international) matrix organization are required.
• Strong understanding of financial control procedures, accounting and business finance work
• Especially Knowledge on IFRS procedure, Profound knowledge on local tax law and legal context for Finance & Accounting are required.
• Very good English skills
• Used to work with MS Office Package, in particular very good Excel and SAP skills

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