Job Opportunity:
The role of Finance Director is a key position within our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the financial performance of the business in line with the annual budget, working closely with the Europe leadership team.
Key Accountabilities:
* Work closely with the CE business leader to create and deliver the 3-year strategic plan that drives continuous revenue growth and margin improvement.
* Lead the delivery of the financial performance of the business in line with the annual budget working closely with the Europe leadership team.
* Be a key influencer and decision-maker on both the GPN CE leadership team and the global GPN Finance team.
* Direct and own the annual financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
* Lead the Finance team and ensure accurate and timely reporting of the financial performance of the business; explain actual business results to the executive team through clear and accurate written and verbal presentations on a monthly basis.
* Identify and drive initiatives that improve the overall profitability of the business.
* Lead the development of business cases for strategic projects and initiatives and ensure financial commitments are delivered.
* Work collaboratively and cross-functionally to support the various regional teams including Sales, Marketing, and Product Supply.
* Oversee, input into, and approve value chains for NPD Innovations and Business Cases.
* Work closely with the European Accounting team to ensure the financial statements are complete and accurate; support the group and statutory financial audit process with input and information requests as needed.
* Provide strong leadership to the Finance Team to ensure their wellbeing, including Coaching & Development.
* Deliver bespoke financial information and guidance for key strategic and operational decisions.
Requirements:
A Degree educated or equivalent as well as being a qualified accountant – ACA, ACCA or CIMA. A proven track record of Financial Leadership and delivery of financial performance at a regional level. Experience leading finance teams and owning P&L delivery in the CPG/FMCG sector. Strong commercial acumen and a strong appreciation of the challenges of growing a business in both e-commerce and brick and mortar retail. Strong motivational skills and the ability to lead a team based across Europe. A high level of ability in terms of project planning, prioritisation and critical thinking will be essential. Strong analytical skills, detail-oriented, and well-organised. Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.