We are seeking a high-caliber Financial Accountant to join a leading international industrial group. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this position combines technical financial oversight with the leadership of group-wide process improvement and system transformation projects. Key Responsibilities Financial Oversight: Oversee the financial integrity of a specific cluster of business units; reviewing monthly submissions and ensuring alignment with Group policies. Commercial Insight: Act as a key Finance Business Partner, analyzing gross margin performance and providing actionable insights on budget vs. actuals. Audit & Compliance: Manage key aspects of the statutory audit process, including the review of financial statements and coordination of tax returns. Project Leadership: Own the finance project pipeline, leading initiatives such as system implementations, process reviews, and end-to-end transformations. Site Engagement: Build strong relationships with local operational teams, including periodic visits to sites to understand on-the-ground drivers. Candidate Profile Qualification: Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Experience: Proven background in a multi-site or Group Finance environment, ideally within manufacturing or industrial sectors. Technical Edge: Strong technical accounting knowledge with the confidence to challenge site outputs and subjective accounting areas. Project Mindset: Experience in project management or driving process improvements is highly desirable. Attributes: A self-starter who can drive results independently while maintaining strong organizational skills.