Ref. no.: JO-1106-233065
Job description: Group Finance Manager required for 1 year contract in the West of Ireland.
Purpose:
This position is responsible for all aspects of the day to day operation of the Finance Function and in particular for ensuring that the correct controls are in place to safeguard my client’s business and assets, providing business analysis and decision support to the Finance Director, Managing Director and other Senior Directors and Managers. Travel will form an essential part of this role and the candidate will need to spend at least 2-3 days every month in the UK offices.
You will report at a senior level and work closely with the Finance Director with significant responsibility for the long term planning for the company The role is highly challenging and rewarding and will be of interest to high calibre accountants seeking an environment where they are influential in bringing about change and driving the business forward. The role offers huge job satisfaction potential and will be attractive to someone wanting to be part of a growing company.
The purpose of the role is the effective management of all financial affairs. This will involve:
Ø Overseeing the day to day operation of the finance and purchase processing functions
Ø Lead a team of 2 accountants and 8 administration staff
Ø Treasury Management and Risk Management
Ø Drive compliance in company secretarial matters and coordinate audit.
Ø Leading and developing the Finance teams to deliver the best service to all internal and external customers and process partners.
Ø Driving the development of and adherence to company policies and internal controls in order to maximise financial control and minimise risk exposure.
Ø Overseeing and driving the Credit Control Operation in a high volume environment with strict collection kpi’s
Key Tasks include:
Ø Staff Management
Ø Financial Management
Ø Financial Planning
Ø Risk Management
Ø Process Improvement
This person would also be responsible for managing the Audit, Reporting, Credit Control, Purchase Process Function and managing any ongoing finance or administration issues.
Qualifications Should Include:
• A first rate qualified Accountant with a minimum of 10 years’ post qualification experience in a fast moving, challenging commercial environment. Strong systems knowledge would be advantageous
• An accounting practice background
• A demonstrated track record working with, and influencing a senior management team in terms of financial direction, strategic thinking and commercial development
• Good hands-on management experience and the ability to develop teams in a fast moving international environment.
• A proactive individual with excellent interpersonal skills and proven leadership qualities with the ability to assume a dynamic and challenging management position.
Strong preference for FMCG background
• Excellent communications skills (written and oral) are essential for this role
• Previous experience in implementing systems will be an advantage
Contact person: Sylvianne Mager
Contact e-mail: Sylvianne.mager@cpl.ie
