Finance Manager

A successful subsidiary business of a large US based organisation is looking for a Finance Manager in Chertsey. They are a leading European based distribution business and have an exciting plan for expansion through growth and acquisition. Along with a salary of up to £70,000 per annum, you will also receive an attractive annual bonus, contributory pension up to 12%, subsidised medical cover, 25 days’ holiday, plus more!
You will be reporting to the Group Finance Director and managing a team of 5 qualified/part-qualified accountants. This role will oversee all activities of the accounting department and is involved in the supervision and management of general accounting activities, analyses, business partnership, and the maintenance of effective internal controls while ensuring statutory compliance in all accounting initiatives.
As Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a Team of 5 qualified/part-qualified Accountants within a Shared Service Environment for the European operation.
• Leading the accounting department, supervising end-of-period processes (including year-end audit) and supporting the analysis of the periodic business performance, budgets, and forecasts.
• Taking ownership of the Annual Audit Process. Collaborating with external partners such as auditors, group tax and tax accounting firm personnel in all matters regarding auditing, taxation, and transfer pricing documentation.
• Implementing audit findings with a view to improving the business’s overall financial performance.
• Providing insightful financial analysis to commercial business leaders to drive sound financial decision in order to increase profitability
• Mentoring accounting personnel, supporting their continuous professional growth and enabling their future succession planning and being responsible for building talent within the team.
• Maintaining accounting policies and improving control systems and processes in line with US public company standards (Sarbanes-Oxley), statutory reporting, liaising with external and internal auditors and cost accounting.
• Budgeting and management reporting

We’re looking for a Finance Manager with:

• A relevant Accountancy qualification ( ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven track record within a similar role
• Experience of managing a finance function across several European entities.
• Able to effectively and efficiently plan, organize, coordinate, and direct all finance and accounting activities related to a  good midsized business
• Strong leadership skills, with proven ability to manage and professionally develop part-qualified/qualified staff
• The ability to speak European languages would be a plus.

This is a very exciting time to join the business.  If you are looking for a role in a business that is growing rapidly and want to contribute effectively to its success, please apply in the strictest confidence. 
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