Our Client is an international, well-known B2C company. In order to strengthen their strategic finance team, we are seeking to recruit a talented professional for the position of Controlling Director / Finance Manager.
What's on Offer
- Work as a Finance Business Partner close to the business in demanding and dynamic environment / sector
- Senior controlling role with a possibility for further development
- Interesting complex and matrix structure, many different stakeholders
Job Description
- Act as a business partner and provide quality financial leadership and analytical support to local management
- Plan, direct and monitor all key processes within the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, risk and management reporting activities
- Ensure the organization understands and owns strategic plans, budgets, forecasts and is committed to delivering promised results
- Monitor, report and challenge the financial performance of the different activities in all product categories; focus on margin, profitability, effectiveness
- Oversee the preparation of financial and non-financial data for the monthly business reporting
- Provide Management with accurate analysis and recommendations to support key decisions, close cooperation with Sales and FP&A teams
- Act as counsel to the business beyond the financial aspects
- Manage team of 10-12 FTEs with a managers direct reports
- HQ located close to Poznań (west side)
The Successful Applicant
- University degree or equivalent in finance, accounting, or economics, professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent will be an added value)
- A qualified professional with a minimum 3-5 years of experience (in a similar role preferably in international Distribution / FMCG / Retail company) in finance as a manager; Big 4 background will be a strong asset
- Deep understanding of all P&L and Balance sheet components
- Pro-active hands-on, solution driven mentality, with attention to detail
- Strong strategic thinking combined with excellent analytic skills
- Strong Business Awareness
- Ability to provide clear leadership and motivate people, good communication and interpersonal skills
- Minimum B1+/2 command in French is a must
- IT Literacy, preferably ERP class systems
