For one of our clients, a large and complex multi-entity group, we are seeking an experienced VP Finance to lead the Group’s accounting and financial reporting function.
Reporting to the CFO, this senior leadership role carries end-to-end responsibility for financial reporting, consolidation, accounting policy, audit, internal controls, and the financial infrastructure required to support the Group’s continued growth.
The position combines strategic leadership with hands-on involvement, business partnership, and the management of a professional finance team in a dynamic, global environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Group’s accounting function, define professional standards and objectives, establish clear areas of responsibility, and develop the management team and employees.
Take full ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including consolidated financial statements across multiple entities and currencies.
Ensure accurate, consistent, and timely financial reporting in compliance with IFRS, regulatory requirements, and Group accounting policies.
Develop and implement accounting policies and provide professional guidance on complex transactions, restructurings, M&A activity, strategic projects, and material commercial agreements.
Lead the external audit process and serve as a senior professional interface with external auditors, executive management, the Board of Directors, and the Audit Committee.
Establish, maintain, and continuously strengthen the Group’s internal control framework, including SOX compliance in relevant entities.
Drive finance transformation initiatives, including faster close cycles, process automation, and improvements to ERP, consolidation, closing, and reporting systems.
Partner closely with Treasury, FP&A, Tax, Legal, and HR.
Provide financial leadership in transactions, due diligence processes, acquisitions, and post-merger integrations.
Build effective working relationships with senior management, shareholders, subsidiaries, and other key stakeholders.
