1. The Company:
Our client is an international real estate services provider operating across 23 countries. They offer services across the full real estate lifecycle. They are now seeking to hire a Financial Director and this person would report locally to the COO and functionally into the group CFO.
1. The Role
2. Accounting
: bookkeeping, monthly closings, debtor management, tax compliance (VAT/PAYE), treasury reporting, and accounting systems improvements.
3. Performance Management
: budgeting, forecasting, reporting, business planning support, and cost allocation.
4. Control & Governance
: internal controls, statutory accounts, audits, board reports, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
5. Cross-functional liaison with HQ finance, auditors, HR (on remuneration), and non-finance staff.
6. Participation in Group finance projects and advising management on decision-making.
7. The Person
8. Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with 4+ years' post-qualification experience.
9. Strong background in financial accounting, P&L, balance sheet, reporting, and financial planning/analysis.
10. Familiarity with internal controls, budgeting, cost analysis, and financial statements.
11. Experience in a large, complex organisation is an advantage.
12. Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.