**Key Responsibilities**
- **Financial Reporting**: Prepare accurate financial reports for internal stakeholders and external compliance, ensuring adherence to local and international accounting standards.
- **Compliance**: Ensure compliance with all relevant financial reporting requirements, regulations, tax laws, and corporate policies.
- **Audit Coordination**: Lead internal and external audits, acting as the primary point of contact for auditors
- **Cash Flow Management**: Monitor cash flow to ensure liquidity and optimise working capital.
- **Team Leadership**: Supervise and mentor the finance team, delegating tasks effectively to ensure operational efficiency.
- **Group Reporting**: Communicate with Finance Managers in other territories to maintain agreed balances with all other intercompany partners.
- **Investment Oversight**: Manage investment activities to maximise returns while minimising risks.
- **Stakeholder Collaboration**: Work closely with other departments (e.g., Sales, Procurement) to align financial strategies with overall business goals.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree or professional certifications such as CPA/CFA preferred).
- Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within a multi-company B2B environment or retail sector.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
- Proficiency in financial management software and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Strong leadership abilities with a track record of managing teams effectively.
- Exceptional communication skills for presenting complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
**Preferred Skills**
- Experience in industries dealing with international suppliers (e.g., Asia).
- Experience with SAP 4hana and Hyperion / Oracle is preferred.
- Familiarity with inventory-heavy businesses or retail operations.
- Knowledge of cost-reduction strategies and margin enhancement techniques.
- Fluency in English and Spanish. Knowledge of Portuguese is a plus.
**What We Offer**
- Full-time indefinite contract.
- Versátil working hours and optional teleworking according to internal regulations.
- Competitive remuneration package in line with experience and results
- Work with an international team of professionals.
- Training and professional development.
- Our company is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.