For our client which opens a new office in Bucharest covering Eastern Europe Region, we are looking for a Financial Controller.

Your new role

The role will have a start-up feel and be responsible for the financial control and results of the legal entities that fall within the Region.

• Lead and coordinate the month end close process to Group Finance timetable;
• Support preparation of monthly P&L and Balance sheet submissions: timely accounting of revenues and cost, maintain right level of accruals, balance sheet reconciliation to P&L, accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations
• Prepare and submit annual Budget plans and quarterly financial forecasts
• Building business cases to support investment opportunities in the region
• Support Group Finance with Credit risk assessment of customers and partners
• Prepare monthly Board Packs for the Local SLT and Group CEO and CFO
• Prepare and submit annual Budget plans and quarterly financial forecasts
• Work with local tax advisors to ensure compliant, timely and accurate CT/income tax and VAT submissions
• Support Group Finance with weekly cash flow planning analysis
• Lead year end preparation and submission of financial statements to local authorities
• Be the key contact to local tax authorities and external auditors

What you'll need to succeed

• A recognised accountancy qualification, CECCAR, ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• Solid foundation in accounting (IFRS)
• Having the experience of implementing/rolling out an ERP system would be advantageous
• Experience with VAT relating to the movement of goods within and the EU and Non EU would be beneficial
• Strong knowledge and experience in using accounting and reporting software (e.g. SAP/ Microsoft Dynamics)
• Strong Excel skills (especially pivot tables / vlookup functionality)

What you need to do now
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