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 ResponsibilitiesFinancial 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 ProfileQualification: 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.
