Detalhes da oferta
We are seeking an European Financial Controller, to be based in the company's primary manufacturing facility in Portugal and also responsible for the German entity (which covers sales across mainland Europe). Reporting directly into the UK-based Group Head of Finance and working very closely with the Group CFO and Portuguese senior management team (European COO, Portugal Operations Director & Group IT Manager), this individual will need to be an excellent communicator and fluent in both Portuguese and English.The role of Financial Controller – Portugal & Germany is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing global finance team and play a lead role in continually improving and standardising controls and processes across the Group. In order to succeed in this role, an individual must be comfortable leading by example, ready & willing to get into the detail on a regular basis but able to take a more strategic view when required. Responsible for the accounting, reporting, planning and analysis for two legal entities - CASCO Pet Portugal and CASCO Pet Germany – the Financial Controller will be a key member of the European management team. We are offering a competitive salary package, based on experience and skills and also an annual profit related bonus.
responsabilidades chave
Main areas of responsibility:Relating to Portugal (60% of the time):
Provide support & leadership to the Portugal business;
Coordination of the month-end processes including preparation of the monthly management accounts;
Proactively improve our inventory and manufacturing process reporting to assist in driving improved margins and product profitability;
Prepare and process accruals, prepayments, fixed asset register & depreciation;
Responsible for maintaining/reviewing all monthly balance sheet reconciliations;
Prepare/approve all journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations;
Manage Portugal year-end and audit process and accounts preparation;
Ensure Portugal tax compliance;
Work with operations to prepare Portugal budget and monthly forecasts;
Cashflow reconciliation, analysis, and forecasting;
Other ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required.
Relating to Germany (30% of the time):
Preparation of management and statutory accounts, same as for Portugal;
Prepare/review all balance sheet reconciliations, payments, etc.;
Manage local German bookkeeper;
Liaise with local advisers on payroll, tax, VAT compliance, etc.;
Oversee credit control for all European customers (primarily Germany & France);
Cashflow reconciliation, analysis, and forecasting;
Other ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required.
competências
Required qualifications and experience:University degree qualified;
At least 3 years experience in industry in a similar role;
Qualified accountant with strong technical accounting skills;
Experience with manufacturing and inventory is preferred;
Excellent communicator fluent in both Portuguese and English (mandatory);
German language would be an advantage;
Experience working on SAGE X3 would be an advantage.
Confident working in a fast paced, global environment;
Availability to work on-site at Lousada (just 1 day of remote work per week).
principais benefícios
Our client offers:- Base salary commensurate with the seniority of the role;
- Permanent Contract with our client;
- Career progression and other company benefits.
| Distrito | Porto | ||||||
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| Local | Lousada - Porto | ||||||
| Sector de actividade | Contabilidade / Finanças | ||||||
| Tipo de contrato | Full-time | ||||||
| Tipo de oferta | Emprego | ||||||
| Contactos |
Randstad Portugal
Avenida da República, 26 1069-228 Lisboa Portugal
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