About the Job
As a Finance Manager, you will be a key contributor to the financial success of our organisation. The role is wide in scope with responsibility for performing the day-to-day finance operations and month-end accounting alongside financial management, reporting, compliance, and strategic planning. You will ensure compliance with international and local accounting standards, drive efficiency in financial operations, and support the EMEA Leadership team with accurate insights to inform decision-making.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Reporting: Timely preparation and submission of monthly Management Accounts and all other month end reporting requirements. Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts and financial statements in compliance with IFRS and local GAAP.
- Month-end and Year-end: Responsible for month and year end close, including review and sign off of manual journals, accruals and prepayments, and bank reconciliations. Ensure all approvals are documented in line with G3 Internal Control requirements and Group policies.
- Accounting Operations: Oversee accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax compliance, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Expense management, banking, CEAs, Fixed Asset maintenance, stock reconciliations.
- Cash Flow and Risk Management: Manage cash flow, treasury, and financial risks to maintain the organization's financial health.
- Policy and Process: Implement Group Policy and develop and maintain robust local financial controls, policies, and procedures to drive compliance and efficiency.
- Strategic Financial Advisory: Provide strategic financial advice to senior management, driving continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
- Financial Planning and Budgeting: Collaborate with Sector Managers and Life Sciences and Process Industries Finance Partner with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
- Internal Controls: Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with G3 Internal Controls and external statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Performance and Compliance Monitoring: Deliver timely and accurate financial and compliance reporting across functions, including areas such as HR, IT, sustainability, and health and safety, to local and group stakeholders, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Local HR and Payroll Support: Collaborate on HR functions, including payroll management, employee expense processing, and compliance with employment regulations.
- Signatory: Possible requirement to act as local signatory and act on behalf of the company.
- Projects: Lead and delivery of strategic projects.
Skills/Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; a recognised professional accounting qualification is a plus.
- Significant experience in financial management, controlling, or accounting, with a proven track record of delivering results.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, local GAAP, and tax regulations.
- Ideally, you will have proficiency in aligned financial software (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365, AX) and advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI is advantageous.
- Exceptional organisational and leadership skills with experience managing or mentoring teams.
- As we are a UK headquartered business, English is essential. Local languages are also preferred.
Benefits:
At the company, we believe in taking care of our colleagues. We offer a generous benefits package, including:
- A competitive salary
- Flexible working arrangements
- A generous holiday allowance
- Three days’ paid volunteering leave
- Additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan
Inclusion Commitment
We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.
