We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Financial Controller to join our Group Finance team. In this high-impact role, you will oversee consolidated financial and ESG reporting, strengthen internal control frameworks, and shape governance policies. Your work will provide the financial insight and oversight needed to support executive decision-making across a complex, multi-entity international group.
This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives. You will play a key role in enhancing our finance infrastructure, ESG reporting maturity, and enterprise governance. In essence, your role involves:
Financial Control
- Lead the development and implementation of standardized financial control processes
- Design and perform second-level financial reporting checks across group entities
- Drive improvement projects (e.g., faster closings, enhanced controls, automation)
Accounting
- Maintain the Group’s global accounting manual and ensure adoption across entities
- Provide accounting guidance on complex transactions and new products
- Support M&A activity from due diligence through post-acquisition integration
Reporting
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial consolidations under IFRS
- Analyze Group financial performance and variances vs. budget
- Coordinate statutory audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Governance & Risk
- Design and implement a group-wide governance manual and internal control framework
- Support ERM reporting and track mitigation plans for control deficiencies
- Define and document functional limits aligned with Delegation of Authority (DoA)
ESG
- Lead ESG reporting processes, including data collection, review, and disclosures
- Ensure accuracy of non-financial metrics, especially emissions reporting
- Develop ESG governance policies and train stakeholders on CSRD and related regulations
- Collaborate with cross-functional ESG teams to drive reporting initiatives
To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and attributes:
- Graduate degree in Finance or Chartered Accountant qualification (RA, ACCA, CPA, etc.)
- 5 – 8 years of relevant experience, including in audit, consulting, or corporate finance
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial consolidation, and internal controls
- Proven experience with ESG frameworks and sustainability reporting (CSRD, GRI, etc.)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics NAV is an advantage
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work across functions and cultures
- Strategic thinker with hands-on execution skills and a continuous improvement mindset
- Capable of independently delivering results and leading projects
If you meet these criteria and are ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply.
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